Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition)
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £125
- Community rating
- 4.75 / 5 (4 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Toasted, Malt Extract, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Bruichladdich's 12-year-old (2nd Edition) is an Islay single malt distilled from lightly peated Optic barley and matured in bourbon casks—both first-fill and refill. This collectible expression became increasingly rare after production ceased following just 18 months of bottling.
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Bruichladdich 12 Year Old (2nd Edition) is a 12-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and oaky character — smokey, toasted, malt extract, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich's 12-year-old (2nd Edition) is an Islay single malt distilled from lightly peated Optic barley and matured in bourbon casks—both first-fill and refill. This collectible expression became increasingly rare after production ceased following just 18 months of bottling.
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