Cadenhead's Benriach-Glenlivet Vintage 2012 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky
Product details
| Management number | 253707881 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | US$40.25 | Model Number | 253707881 | ||
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This 12-year-old BenRiach-Glenlivet bottling offers an intriguing meeting of Speyside sweetness and sherried nuance. With a finish in Amontillado hogsheads, it elevates the youthful malt character into something richer and more refined—ideal for those who appreciate dessert-style depth balanced with malt clarity.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Distilled at the BenRiach Distillery in Speyside in 2012 and independently selected by Cadenhead’s, this whisky matured for twelve years before being finished in Amontillado-sherry hogsheads from 2022 onward. Bottled at 46% ABV (non-chill filtered, natural colour), it benefits from careful selection by Scotland’s oldest independent bottler. The “Glenlivet” naming nods to historic style conventions in the region.
Tasting Profile
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Nose: A rich and fragrant bouquet of dates, honeyed vanilla custard, toasted almonds and a hint of ginger and star-anise spice.
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Palate: Medium-full body with layered sweetness—stone fruit (peach/pear), light citrus zest and maraschino cherry give way to soft oak, subtle spice and sherry-influenced nuttiness.
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Finish: Lingering and satisfying—banoffee pie richness, tangerine peel brightness, sponge-cake sweetness and a light, warming spice thread carry the finish elegantly.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | 46% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Speyside, Scotland |
| Production / Grain Type | Single Malt Scotch (100% malted barley) |
| Aging / Maturation | 12 years total; finished in Amontillado hogsheads (since 2022) |
| Aromas & Flavors | Dates, vanilla custard, toasted almond, stone fruit, maraschino cherry, tangerine, sponge cake |
| Style / Identity | Independent bottling of a Speyside malt; dessert-rich yet clear and refined |
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