1 / 5Aberlour 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 40% ABV, 70cl
Aberlour 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is matured in American oak and Spanish sherry casks, with a claimed profile of red apple, chocolate, toffee and warming spice. Its 70cl bottle and included gift box make it a consideration for whisky drinkers and gift buyers.
At a glance
- Double-cask maturation uses American oak and Spanish sherry casks, according to the listing.
- The listed tasting profile combines red apple and sherried fruit with chocolate, toffee, cinnamon and ginger.
- Serving suggestions include neat, with water or over ice.
- A gift box is stated in the product title.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The stated 12-year age and 40% ABV make the product identity and strength clear.
- The flavour profile offers fruit, sherry, sweet notes and spice rather than a single dominant tasting note.
- The listing supplies serving suggestions for neat pours, water or ice.
Technical specifications
16 specifications| Brand listed | PEW8K |
|---|---|
| Age statement | 12 year-old |
| Type | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| ABV | 40% ABV |
| Volume | 70cl |
| Cask maturation | American oak and Spanish sherry |
|---|---|
| Aroma | Very soft and rounded with fruity notes of red apples |
| Taste | Sherried character and fruity aromas balanced with a rich chocolate, toffee, cinnamon and ginger spiciness |
| Finish | lingering, sweet and warm with a little spice |
| Ingredients | Scotch Whisky (malt distillate with water), Colourant, Plain Caramel |
|---|---|
| Energy per 100ml | 221 |
| Energy per serve | 55.25 |
| Dimensions listed | 7.5 x 10.7 x 19.3 cm; 700 g |
|---|
| Manufacturer model number | 19771 |
|---|---|
| Serving suggestions | Savour it neat, with water or over ice. |
| Award claim | Winner of the 2024 International Spirits Challenge (ISC) Gold award |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes maturation as both traditional oak and seasoned Sherry butts, and as American oak and Spanish sherry. The exact cask description is therefore inconsistent. It calls the bottle 70cl while the ingredients section gives energy per serve without defining the serve size. The title claims a gift box, but no explicit package inventory is supplied. The listed manufacturer name PEW8K does not match the Aberlour brand name, so confirm the selected listing details if these particulars matter.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Whisky drinkers seeking a listed 12-year-old single malt with sherry, fruit and warming spice notes.
- Gift buyers looking for a bottle sold with a gift box, subject to checking the selected listing.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need a clearly specified package inventory or exact cask details before purchase.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is strongly positive overall, with the supplied summary highlighting sherried flavour, fruit and spice, smoothness, texture, aroma and suitability as a gift. These reported impressions align with the listing's fruit-and-spice tasting description, but individual preferences may differ and the feedback does not confirm the bottle's cask details or box contents.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the sherried flavour, fruit and spice notes, smooth texture, aroma and drinkability.
- The supplied feedback also describes it as a suitable gift for whisky enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
What flavour profile does the listing describe?
It describes red apple on the nose, with sherried fruit, chocolate, toffee, cinnamon and ginger on the taste, followed by a sweet, warm finish with some spice.
How is this whisky suggested to be served?
The stated suggestions are neat, with water or over ice.
Does it include a gift box?
The product title says it comes with a gift box, but the supplied information does not include a separate package inventory. Check the selected listing if the box is essential.
What casks are used for maturation?
The listing names American oak and Spanish sherry casks, but elsewhere refers to traditional oak and seasoned Sherry butts. The precise description is inconsistent.
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