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Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml
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About This Bottle
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B carries forward the wheated bourbon recipe first crafted by Julian "Pappy" Van Winkle just prior to Prohibition, produced today at Buffalo Trace Distillery using the same wheated mash bill behind the acclaimed Weller lineup. Aged a full 12 years in new charred American oak, this expression sits at a "medium" proof deliberately chosen by the Van Winkle family to balance maturity with drinkability, often described by fans as the most well-rounded entry point into the full Van Winkle range.
Specs
- Distillery: Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky
- Mash Bill: Wheated (no rye)
- Aging: 12 years, new charred American oak
- Lot: B
- ABV: 45.2% (90.4 Proof)
- Size: 750ml
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Rich caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, oak, cinnamon, and toasted nuts
- Palate: Round and supple, with caramel, roasted nuts, and brown baking spices
- Finish: Lengthy, rich, and enveloping
Best enjoyed neat, as ice or water can dilute its balanced character, this bourbon has been described by the Van Winkle family themselves as capable of standing alongside a fine cognac as an after-dinner sipper. A highly allocated release from Buffalo Trace's annual Van Winkle lineup, this bottle is a strong pickup for wheated bourbon fans working toward completing the full Family Reserve set.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B taste like?
Rich caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit on the nose, with round, supple caramel and toasted nuts on the palate, finishing lengthy and enveloping.
What does "Lot B" mean?
It designates this specific batch or bottling lot within the Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year release.
Is this the same as "Pappy Van Winkle"?
The official product name is Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old; "Pappy" is officially reserved for the 15, 20, and 23 Year expressions, though the whole lineup is often informally called Pappy.
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml
$849.99
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