Name: Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series
Brand: Bruichladdich
Price: 199.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series taste like?

Accepted Answer

Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series is characterised by Cooked Fruit, Sherried, Toasted, Old Wood, Smokey notes. Bruichladdich's 12-year-old from 2009, matured in first-fill Amarone red wine cask and bottled at natural cask strength of 60.4% ABV, brings Italian wine richness to this Islay distillery's characterful spirit. The Amarone finishing adds dark berry, dried cherry, and warming spice notes that complement Bruichladdich's coastal minerality and subtle peat. This single cask of 2021 showcases how wine-cask maturation can transform Islay character into something unexpected and layered. A bold choice for collectors fascinated by unconventional cask finishes and Bruichladdich's experimental approach.

Question 2

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 80/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series sweet?

Accepted Answer

Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series has some sweetness (47/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series is a challenging dram with intense peat smoke and high ABV (60.4%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series costs £199.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 60.4% ABV, Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series?

Accepted Answer

Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series?

Accepted Answer

Serve Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series similar to Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series and Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s costs £199 vs £199.95 for Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series.

Question 11

Is Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series similar to Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series and Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Old Wood, Smokey) and are in a similar price range. Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) costs £139.95 vs £199.95 for Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series.

Question 12

How does Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series compare to Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)?

Accepted Answer

Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series and Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Bruichladdich 12 Year Old 2009 (cask 3357) - Micro Provenance Series is bold and smoky, while Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is known for Citric, Fresh Fruit, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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