The Balvenie Double Wood is a 12 year old single malt which gains its distinctive character from being matured in two wood types. Over the period of maturation it is transferred from a traditional oak whisky cask to a first fill European oak sherry cask. Each stage lends different qualities to the resulting single malt ~ the traditional casks soften & add character, whilst the sherry wood brings depth & fullness of flavour. On the nose the Balvenie 12 year old is sweet & fruity with Oloroso sherry notes & layers of honey & vanilla. The palate is smooth & mellow which beautifully combines flavours of nutty sweetness, cinnamon, spiciness & a delicately proportioned layer of sherry.