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Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot 'B' 12 Year Old is a highly sought-after wheated Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey produced by the Old Rip Van Winkle Distillery and distilled at Buffalo Trace. Bottled at 90.4 proof, it offers a harmonious and delicate balance of sweet vanilla, dried fruit, baking spices, and mature oak.
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88 / 100 · Based on 3 published reviews.
bourbon cask noted; the sweet, oak-led notes appeal.
Caramel and toasted oak give this a familiar Bourbon shape, while dark cherry adds a useful contrast. The vanilla and toffee finish sounds pleasantly steady rather than showy.
This is a bourbon-led direction rather than a Scotch smoke showcase, and the documented character gives plenty to consider without leaning on peat. Caramel, toasted oak and dried fruit set up the sweeter side, while dark cherry and soft spice add some contrast on the palate. The long, velvety finish with vanilla and toffee warmth sounds like a satisfying close. Clear, practical appeal for someone open to styles beyond smoky whisky.
