Balvenie 17 Year Old DoubleWood builds on the legacy of the iconic 12-year expression, showing what time and patient craftsmanship can truly achieve. By spending nearly two decades under careful watch, it develops deeper layers of warmth, spice, and richness. This whisky honors Balvenie’s tradition of hand-crafted methods and double maturation mastery.

Balvenie 17 Year Old DoubleWood 70cl
Brand: Balvenie | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Warm vanilla oak, dried fruits, honeyed sweetness, and hints of toasted spice.
Palate: Smooth and expressive with rich malt, cinnamon spice, creamy toffee, and elegant sherry depth.
Finish: Long, warming, and gently spiced with lingering sweetness and oak complexity.

Production Details:
Matured first in traditional American oak barrels and then finished in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, allowing the whisky to develop a beautiful balance of sweetness, richness, and spice.

Perfect For:
Celebrations, refined gifting, relaxed evenings, and those who enjoy richer Speyside expressions with depth and warmth.

Expert Notes:
Praised for its elevated complexity compared to the 12-year, offering maturity and elegance while retaining Balvenie’s signature honeyed character.

Customer Reviews:
“Smooth, rich, and beautifully layered.”
“A deeper, more luxurious version of the classic DoubleWood.”
“Worth savoring slowly.”

Interesting Fact:
Balvenie is one of the few distilleries that still grows its own barley, malts it on a traditional floor, and maintains a dedicated team of coopers.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy neat to appreciate its depth, or add a few drops of water to bring forward more fruit and spice.

Distillery Background:
Established in 1892, Balvenie is known for its hands-on approach and dedication to traditional craftsmanship. Every bottle reflects their commitment to creating warm, characterful whisky shaped by skill and time.