Bunnahabhain 12-year-old Cask Strength 2023 Edition 60.1%

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-whiskybase rating: 87.30/100

-Product Description-

Category: Single Malt Distillery: Bunnahabhain Bottler: Distillery Bottling
Bottling series：Cask Strength Edition 2023
Bottled: February 27th/28th, 2023
Stated Age: 12 years
Barrel type: Ex-Sherry
Strength: 60.1%
Size: 700ml
Label: Small Batch Distilled
Barcode: 5029704221073

-evaluation-

Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2023 Edition is a highly acclaimed Islay single malt whisky. At a robust 60.1% ABV, it's matured primarily in sherry casks and bottled without chill filtration or colouring. This annual limited edition cask strength release is designed to deliver an even more powerful and intense experience than Bunnahabhain's classic 12 Year Old.

Tasting notes: Nose: A complex blend of dried fruits (prune, fig), cinnamon, and cocoa powder from the sherry casks, with hints of earth, leather, eucalyptus, and salty sea air. Nuances of malt and nuts are also present, and with the addition of water, floral and vanilla aromas emerge.
Taste (Paleto): The sweet malt flavor spreads in the mouth, with a rich, oily texture. The flavors are diverse, including honey, dried dates, plums reminiscent of umeshu, milk chocolate with hazelnuts, and tropical fruits. There is a heat due to the high alcohol content, but the overall taste is well-balanced. Adding water increases the creaminess, bringing out the flavors of mint, caramel apple, chocolate, and nutmeg.
Finish: The finish is long and warm, with gentle oak, spice and mint freshness, as well as hints of chocolate, raisin and fizz.

Characteristics and Style Influence of Sherry Casks: The flavor of the sherry casks is clearly felt, but is never too assertive, and is in harmony with the malt, nuts, and marine elements typical of Islay. It has a well-balanced and deep flavor.
Strength: The rich flavor and body of this cask strength whisky is stronger than the standard 12 year old, making it ideal for those looking for a robust drink.
Changes: Many reviews note that the flavor becomes more integrated over time after opening the bottle, and the dessert-like sweetness and complexity increase.

Summary: Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2023 is a powerful and well-balanced Islay malt that, while influenced by sherry casks, still retains the distinctive malt and sea character of the distillery. It's a whisky that offers more than its price tag and is highly recommended for those seeking a rich, complex whisky.

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