{"id":11121,"date":"2025-02-19T00:21:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-18T17:21:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/?post_type=product&p=11121"},"modified":"2025-11-14T19:52:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T12:52:06","slug":"wh-bun-005-bunnahabhain-12-years-old","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/ruoumini.com\/en\/wh-bun-005-bunnahabhain-12-years-old\/","title":{"rendered":"WH-BUN-005 Bunnahabhain 12 years old"},"content":{"rendered":"

\ud83e\udd43 Bunnahabhain 12 Years Old<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Unpeated Islay Classic | Sherried, Smooth & Maritime<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Bunnahabhain 12 Years Old<\/strong> is a beloved core expression from the iconic Bunnahabhain Distillery on Islay. Unlike most Islay whiskies, it is unpeated<\/strong>, focusing instead on a beautifully balanced profile shaped by sherry cask influence<\/strong>, coastal character, and natural presentation. Bottled un-chill filtered and with natural color<\/strong>, it stands as one of the most respected 12-year single malts on the market, valued for its combination of richness, complexity, and exceptional value.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udccc Features & Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Brand:<\/strong> Bunnahabhain
Expression:<\/strong> 12 Years Old
Whisky Type:<\/strong> Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Region:<\/strong> Islay, Scotland
ABV:<\/strong> Typically 46.3%
Bottle Size:<\/strong> Commonly 700 ml \/ 750 ml
Maturation:<\/strong> A combination of sherry and bourbon casks
Style:<\/strong> Unpeated (rare for Islay)
Status:<\/strong> Core range flagship<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udc43 Tasting Notes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Nose<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Dried fruits, caramel, roasted nuts, sea spray, warm malt, and subtle sherry sweetness.<\/p>\n

Palate<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Rich and oily with notes of dried fruit, toffee, creamy malt, nuts, light spice, oak, and soft maritime salinity.<\/p>\n

Finish<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Long, warming, and elegant with sherry richness, gentle spice, and lingering coastal notes.<\/p>\n

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\u2b50 Independent Review Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Widely praised for outstanding quality at a friendly price point.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Loved for its sherried depth paired with a clean, unpeated Islay character.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Frequently highlighted as one of the best-value 12-year single malts available.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Appreciated for being bottled at 46.3% with no chill filtration and natural color<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    \ud83c\udf81 Presentation & Collectibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Ideal For:<\/strong>
    Fans of sherried whisky, lovers of unpeated Islay malts, newcomers to Bunnahabhain, and collectors seeking classic distillery expressions.<\/p>\n

    Serving Recommendation:<\/strong>
    Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to emphasize the sherry sweetness and coastal notes.<\/p>\n

    Collector Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Current packaging features Bunnahabhain\u2019s modern maritime label; older carton styles may interest collectors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Considered a staple bottle in both enthusiast and connoisseur collections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Represents one of the purest examples of Bunnahabhain\u2019s gentle, coastal style.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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