🥃 Bunnahabhain 12 Years Old

A classic core expression from Bunnahabhain, this 12‑year-old Islay single malt is known for being unpeated and balanced, with a gently sherried sweetness and a distinct coastal character.

🧩 Features & Details

• Brand / Expression: Bunnahabhain – 12 Year Old

• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

• Region / Origin: Islay, Scotland

• ABV: 46.3%

• Bottle Size: Typically 700 ml

• Maturation / Cask Details: Aged in a mix of bourbon barrels and sherry casks

• Filtering / Colour: Non-chill filtered, natural colour

• Status: Core range from Bunnahabhain

👃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh and aromatic with fruity and floral notes, a hint of dried fruit, and a subtle coastal influence

• Palate: Light and soft — flavors of fruit, nuts, a touch of vanilla and caramel, and gentle malt sweetness

• Finish: Long, lingering, with a touch of sea salt and a rich, full-bodied feel

⭐ Independent Review Highlights

• Despite being an Islay whisky, the 12-year-old is largely unpeated, giving it a smooth, approachable profile compared to smoky Islay peers

• Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, offering a balance of sweetness and wood spice

• Natural color and non-chill filtration adds to its authenticity and richness

🎁 Presentation & Collectibility

• Ideal For:

  • Whisky newcomers who want an Islay malt without strong peat

  • Everyday sipping or casual drinking

  • Those who appreciate unpeated, coastal single malts

• Serving Suggestion:

  • Drink neat in a Glencairn or tulip glass for the best aromatic experience

  • A few drops of water can help bring out the fruit, vanilla, and wood notes

• Collectible Notes:

  • Core-range expression, so not ultra-rare, but vintage batches may attract collectors

  • Well respected as a good value Islay malt