How Much Does Bunnahabhain 12Yr Cost in 2026?
Bunnahabhain 12Yr — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $66.00 | $2.60 | $3.91 | 16.9 |
About Bunnahabhain 12Yr
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old is an unpeated Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky that defies the island's smoky reputation. Bottled at 46.3% ABV and non-chill filtered with natural color, this whisky represents a softer, more approachable side of Islay. Double matured in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks, it delivers layered complexity with fruit, nuts, and maritime notes. What makes it special is its ability to appeal to both peat enthusiasts seeking something different and newcomers intimidated by typical peaty Islay expressions. It stands alongside Bruichladdich as proof that Islay can produce outstanding unpeated whisky. At $66 for 750ml, it offers exceptional value for a quality single malt with depth and character that evolves throughout the tasting experience.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Fresh and aromatic with prominent fruity notes including citrus, cherry, and dried fruit. Rich sherry influence mingles with toffee, honey, nutty character, and a clear maritime element. As the whisky breathes, spice, ginger, nutmeg, mocha, and orange peel emerge, creating a continuously evolving bouquet that maintains intensity for over an hour.
👅 Palate
Medium mouthfeel with intense flavors of toffee, malted barley, mocha, and orange peel balanced by a savoury, salty maritime quality. Creamy malt and rich sherry sweetness are complemented by layers of fruit, nuts, vanilla, and caramel, with subtle warmth and spice developing on the palate.
✨ Finish
Medium to long finish featuring mocha, walnut, fine oaky tannin, and lingering vanilla notes with a hint of sea salt and earth. The finish is surprisingly short despite the fruity intensity, leaving a memorable impression with balanced complexity.
Popular Cocktails with Bunnahabhain 12Yr
Bunnahabhain Sour — Combine 2 oz Bunnahabhain 12 with 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz honey syrup, and a dash of sea salt, shaken with ice and strained.
Maritime Mule — Mix 1.5 oz Bunnahabhain 12 with 4 oz ginger beer, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, and a pinch of sea salt over ice.
Sherry Cobbler — Stir 2 oz Bunnahabhain 12 with 0.5 oz dry sherry, 0.25 oz honey, and ice, then strain into a glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with orange.
Food Pairings
Dark chocolate and walnut desserts, Roasted nuts and aged cheeses, Smoked salmon and seafood, Spiced baked goods and fruitcake, Grilled lamb with herbs
