How Much Does Balvenie 12Yr Doublewood Cost in 2026?
Balvenie 12Yr Doublewood — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $60.00 | $2.36 | $3.55 | 16.9 |
About Balvenie 12Yr Doublewood
The Balvenie 12 Year DoubleWood is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Speyside region, produced by William Grant & Sons, with 43% ABV and typically priced at $60 for 750ml. What makes it special is its innovative double maturation process: first aged in ex-bourbon oak casks for mellow vanilla and spice, then finished for about nine months in first-fill European oak sherry casks, adding rich fruity depth and sherry complexity without overpowering the base spirit. This 'wood finishing' technique, pioneered by Malt Master David Stewart, creates a balanced, full-bodied dram that's smooth and accessible yet sophisticated. Ideal for single malt newcomers seeking an age-stated introduction or seasoned drinkers appreciating subtle sherry influence. In its category, it stands out against peers like Glenfiddich 12 or Glenlivet 12 by offering more sherry heft and nuance at a premium but justified price point, blending bourbon softness with sherry richness for everyday luxury.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Sweet fruit and Oloroso sherry notes dominate, layered with honey, vanilla, and bright caramel nougat. Dark fruits like raisins and peaches emerge, alongside oak dryness, toasted whipped cream, and subtle sherry nuttiness.
👅 Palate
Smooth and mellow with nutty sweetness, cinnamon spiciness, and waves of dark red fruits including apples, plums, and raspberries. Full-bodied mouthfeel highlights orchard fruits, dates, vanilla, and subdued heat that lets malty, sherry-infused flavors shine.
✨ Finish
Soft to medium length with honey, bitter chocolate, toasted oak, and warming cocoa tinged by clove and cinnamon. Long and warming sherry echoes fade into bourbon oak dryness.
Popular Cocktails with Balvenie 12Yr Doublewood
Balvenie Highball — Stir 2 oz Balvenie 12 DoubleWood with ice, strain over fresh ice in a highball glass, top with ginger ale, and garnish with an orange twist.
DoubleWood Rob Roy — Mix 2 oz Balvenie 12 DoubleWood, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters, stir with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, and garnish with a cherry.
Sherry Oak Sour — Shake 2 oz Balvenie 12 DoubleWood, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and egg white, double strain over ice, and garnish with a sherry float.
Food Pairings
Dark chocolate truffles, Aged cheddar cheese, Roasted nuts, Christmas cake or fruitcake, Smoked salmon
