Balvenie 12 Year old Signature

Speyside Scotch Whisky

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Tasting notes by talexander on 27th Apr 2013
Goodbye Signature - We'll Miss You 85/100

Tasting notes by Jericho on 24th Dec 2012
Awesome stuff 85/100

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Balvenie 12 Year old Signature whisky reviews (12)

Average rating 8.1/10

  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Goodbye Signature - We'll Miss You

    By talexander on 27th Apr 20132013-04-27T18:09:00

    85

    While I was quickly researching this, I was surprised to learn that this expression is now retired (don't worry, as of now there are 988 bottles still left at the LCBO), given it was part of their core… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Awesome stuff

    By Jericho on 24th Dec 20122012-12-24T07:04:00

    85

    I tried the Doublewood version and quite liked it, but I liked the idea of the heavier sherry influence so I gave this a go... Nose: sweet, tantalizing nose that keeps giving soft notes of coffee and… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Nicely done!

    By Jericho on 2nd Dec 20122012-12-02T19:57:00

    80

    I was convinced by one of the guys from the liquor store that this Balvenie was even better than the Doublewood, so I thought I would give it a try... Nose: Very creamy, nice oak and spice. Nicely co… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Batch#1

    By DDC on 21st Oct 20122012-10-21T23:21:00

    91

    An enjoyable taste of honey, spice and oak. Very smooth finish, no harsh after taste. A great Scotch have someone try for the first time.

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Beautifully balanced

    By jdhowens on 9th Mar 20122012-03-09T22:05:00

    87

    The Balvenie Signature was crafted to celebrate the forty-fifth year in the industry of their master blender, David Stewart. The bottle alone is pleasingly monumental, with a sturdy form that pours more… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Better than doublewood?

    By WTC on 19th Nov 20112011-11-19T14:39:00

    88

    Like the Founder’s, the Signature is a marriage of bourbon and sherry matured whisky. It is made in small batches and each batch is allowed time to harmonise in a traditional marrying tun. The Balvenie… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Lovely stuff

    By galg on 18th Sep 20112011-09-18T12:31:00

    84

    Nose: malt and spice , cinnamon, wood and thick honey syrup. Sexy. Hints of “silane ” and dates in addition to nuts and cocoa powder. Palate : sweet stuff. Great sherry style shining through. Tannins are… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - relatively complex but very mellow

    By WhiskyTimesDan on 9th Apr 20112011-04-09T22:11:00

    77

    Flavours and aromas are a little nervous to announce their presence at first, but with each taste and smell they grow in confidence. Very easy to drink. See our full review at: http://whiskytimes.co.… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - More Spice than Sweet

    By jwise on 5th Jan 20112011-01-05T05:26:00

    75

    This bottle is from Batch #3, bought in late 2010. Nose: The first aroma that hits the nose is the sherry, followed by spice. I'm pulling out honey and nectar, but not a lot. A good bit of heather… read more

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  • Balvenie 12 Year old Signature - Beautifully balanced...

    By tabendar on 3rd Nov 20102010-11-03T02:55:00

    85

    Founded in 1892 in the Speyside region. Owned by William Grant and Sons. Water from the Robbie Dubh Spring and it has 4 wash and 5 spirit stills. Two fingers with one cube of ice. Medium bodied with a… read more

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