Bunnahabhain has released the latest edition of its annual 12 Year Old Cask Strength whisky, bottled at 55.8% ABV.
The 2026 expression brings together 12-year-old whisky matured in an equal split of first-fill Oloroso sherry and bourbon casks. Bottled at natural cask strength, it promises a rich, full-bodied interpretation of the Islay distillery’s unpeated single malt.
The combination delivers the dried fruit and spice associated with Oloroso sherry, alongside the vanilla, honey and toasted coconut sweetness of bourbon oak. Buyers can expect a whisky with a creamy character, supported by dark fruit and warming spice.
The release follows a sherry-led 2025 edition, with this year’s cask selection introducing a sweeter, more rounded profile. It’s bottled without chill filtration or added colouring, preserving the whisky in its natural form.
Buyers can expect a whisky with a creamy character, supported by dark fruit and warming spice…
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2026 Edition tasting notes
Julieann Fernandez, Master Blender at Bunnahabhain, describes the annual Cask Strength release as an opportunity to experience the distillery’s character in its purest form. She points to the 2026 edition’s balance of richness and freshness, along with the gentle spice and subtle coastal freshness that comes from maturation at Bunnahabhain.
On the nose, expect raisins, figs and dates, accompanied by honeyed vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The palate brings stewed fruits, toasted coconut and gentle spice. The finish is long, with dried fruit, dark sugar and oak.
“The 2026 edition has a lovely balance between that richness and freshness,” says Fernandez. “There’s nothing quite like tasting whisky straight from the cask. It’s one of the real privileges of being a Master Blender. Sharing that raw, unfiltered experience with fellow whisky lovers is something I never take for granted.”
Bardinet is bringing a little French bistro style to the drinks cabinet with a limited-edition seasonal bottle of its VSOP brandy, accompanied by four festive cocktail recipes. The new design features an illustrated label inspired by the character of a traditional French bistro. It marks the third consecutive year Bardinet has produced a seasonal limited…
For Hennessy, great cognac belongs at the table as much as it belongs in the glass. Few names carry as much weight in the world of cognac as Hennessy. Founded in 1765, the maison has spent more than two and a half centuries refining its craft, building a reputation for consistency, patience and an unwavering…
Prawn lovers, we have found your festive dining plans in the capital. ISSO Prawn Crazy, the new Sri Lankan restaurant in Canary Wharf, is serving three Christmas menus packed with seafood, curries and traditional island flavours. Book a festive meal and you could also win a holiday to Sri Lanka for two in 2027. Available…
Bunnahabhain has released the latest edition of its annual 12 Year Old Cask Strength whisky, bottled at 55.8% ABV.
The 2026 expression brings together 12-year-old whisky matured in an equal split of first-fill Oloroso sherry and bourbon casks. Bottled at natural cask strength, it promises a rich, full-bodied interpretation of the Islay distillery’s unpeated single malt.
The combination delivers the dried fruit and spice associated with Oloroso sherry, alongside the vanilla, honey and toasted coconut sweetness of bourbon oak. Buyers can expect a whisky with a creamy character, supported by dark fruit and warming spice.
The release follows a sherry-led 2025 edition, with this year’s cask selection introducing a sweeter, more rounded profile. It’s bottled without chill filtration or added colouring, preserving the whisky in its natural form.
Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2026 Edition tasting notes
Julieann Fernandez, Master Blender at Bunnahabhain, describes the annual Cask Strength release as an opportunity to experience the distillery’s character in its purest form. She points to the 2026 edition’s balance of richness and freshness, along with the gentle spice and subtle coastal freshness that comes from maturation at Bunnahabhain.
On the nose, expect raisins, figs and dates, accompanied by honeyed vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The palate brings stewed fruits, toasted coconut and gentle spice. The finish is long, with dried fruit, dark sugar and oak.
“The 2026 edition has a lovely balance between that richness and freshness,” says Fernandez. “There’s nothing quite like tasting whisky straight from the cask. It’s one of the real privileges of being a Master Blender. Sharing that raw, unfiltered experience with fellow whisky lovers is something I never take for granted.”
The Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2026 Edition is available from The Whisky Exchange, priced at £80.
Bardinet gives best-selling VSOP brandy a seasonal makeover, suggests four festive cocktail recipes
Bardinet is bringing a little French bistro style to the drinks cabinet with a limited-edition seasonal bottle of its VSOP brandy, accompanied by four festive cocktail recipes. The new design features an illustrated label inspired by the character of a traditional French bistro. It marks the third consecutive year Bardinet has produced a seasonal limited…
“We’re on a quest to push the boundaries of quality!” says Hennessey cognac Master Blender
For Hennessy, great cognac belongs at the table as much as it belongs in the glass. Few names carry as much weight in the world of cognac as Hennessy. Founded in 1765, the maison has spent more than two and a half centuries refining its craft, building a reputation for consistency, patience and an unwavering…
Prawn lovers, ISSO Prawn Crazy’s festive menus come with the chance to win a Sri Lankan holiday
Prawn lovers, we have found your festive dining plans in the capital. ISSO Prawn Crazy, the new Sri Lankan restaurant in Canary Wharf, is serving three Christmas menus packed with seafood, curries and traditional island flavours. Book a festive meal and you could also win a holiday to Sri Lanka for two in 2027. Available…
Share this: