Aberlour 12 Year Old Non-Chill Filtered
About Aberlour 12 Year Old Non-Chill Filtered
Aberlour 12-Year-Old Non-Chill Filtered is a higher-strength variation of the distillery’s familiar 12-year-old style. Like the standard release, it is matured in both ex-bourbon and sherry casks, but it is bottled at 48% ABV without chill filtration.
Chill filtration removes certain fatty acids, proteins, and esters to prevent whisky from becoming cloudy when chilled or diluted. By omitting this process, Aberlour retains more of the whisky’s natural oils, producing a fuller mouthfeel and more concentrated fruit, chocolate, toffee, raisin, and spice flavors. The expression is primarily distributed in France and other European markets.
Bottle Information
| Whisky Type | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aberlour |
| Expression | 12-Year-Old Non-Chill Filtered |
| Distillery | Aberlour Distillery |
| Producer | Chivas Brothers, part of Pernod Ricard |
| Country and Region | Scotland — Speyside |
| Grain Composition | 100% malted barley |
| Peat Level | Unpeated style; official ppm not disclosed |
| Distillation | Double distilled in copper pot stills |
| Age Statement | 12 years |
| Cask Type | Ex-bourbon and sherry-seasoned oak casks |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Proof / ABV | 96 proof / 48% ABV |
Prices
Estimated MSRP
$59.99
Fair Store Price
$45–$65
Secondary Market
No Consistent Premium
A dependable manufacturer-published U.S. MSRP was not located. Based on current European and international retailer pricing, the estimated MSRP is approximately $59.99 for a 700 mL bottle. Prices between $45 and $65 represent a fair buying range, while prices below $45 are particularly strong. Imported bottles may cost more because of shipping, duties, taxes, and retailer markup. The expression does not normally command a consistent secondary-market premium.
Flavor Profile
A rich and full-bodied Speyside single malt opening with sweet strawberry jam, ripe plums, raisins, caramel, and warm sherry aromas. The palate develops dark chocolate, creamy toffee, cinnamon, dried fruit, vanilla, and concentrated plum sweetness. The finish is long, sweet, and gently spicy, leaving raisins, chocolate, cinnamon, toasted oak, and lingering sherried fruit.