Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B
Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey | 45.2% ABV (90.4 Proof) | Aged 12 Years | Wheated Bourbon | 750mL
Process & Profile
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B is a highly regarded wheated bourbon aged for a full twelve years, offering a softer, rounder profile compared to rye-based bourbons. Produced in Kentucky and matured in new charred American oak barrels, this expression emphasizes balance, elegance, and depth developed through extended aging. The wheated mash bill contributes to a smooth texture and gentle sweetness, allowing oak influence, vanilla, and caramel notes to integrate seamlessly over time. Bottled at 90.4 proof, Lot B delivers richness without excess heat, making it one of the most approachable and sought-after releases in the Van Winkle lineup.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, light toffee, and subtle spice.
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Palate: Soft wheat sweetness, honeyed caramel, vanilla cream, and gentle oak.
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Finish: Long, smooth, and warming with lingering sweetness and refined oak.
What Makes It Special
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Aged 12 years, offering mature oak integration and depth.
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Wheated bourbon profile known for softness and balance.
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Bottled at 90.4 proof, emphasizing smoothness and approachability.
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Part of the highly allocated and collectible Van Winkle family.
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Revered for consistency, elegance, and long-term aging character.
How to Enjoy
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B is best enjoyed neat or with a small splash of water to open up its layered sweetness and oak character. Its refined profile also makes it suitable for a single large ice cube, though many prefer it undiluted to appreciate its full maturity.
FAQ
1. What is Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B?
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B is a Kentucky straight wheated bourbon aged for twelve years and bottled at 90.4 proof.
2. What does Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B taste like?
It offers soft wheat sweetness, caramel, vanilla, gentle oak, and a long, smooth finish.
3. What proof is Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B?
Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B is bottled at 90.4 proof (45.2% ABV).
4. What makes Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B different from other Van Winkle bourbons?
Lot B sits between younger and older Van Winkle releases, offering extended aging with a softer, more approachable profile compared to higher-proof or longer-aged expressions.
5. Where can I buy Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B?
This bourbon is available through select channels. You can purchase Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Old Lot B directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for premium spirits.
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A gift for future son in law.
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