{"product_id":"the-balvenie-aged-12-years-the-sweet-toast-of-american-oak-750ml","title":"The Balvenie 12 Year Old The Sweet Toast Of American Oak Scotch Whisky 750mL","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eThe Balvenie 12 Year Old The Sweet Toast of American Oak Scotch Whisky 750mL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vibrant, honeyed expression from \u003cstrong data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eThe Balvenie Stories Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, celebrating the power of innovation and craftsmanship. Created by \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eApprentice Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie\u003c\/strong\u003e under the guidance of David C. Stewart MBE, this whisky tells the story of experimentation and flavor exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eAged in traditional American oak barrels before being finished in \u003cstrong data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"810\"\u003edouble-toasted virgin American oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e from Kentucky, this 12-year-old Speyside single malt develops layers of creamy vanilla, honey sweetness, and warm spice. 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