Bimber Apogee XII takes an unusual approach to blended malt. The whisky begins as a blend of Scottish single malts, aged for twelve years, which is then finished in casks that previously held Bimber's own London-distilled single malt. The Bimber cask finishing adds a layer of the distillery's house character — that distinctive honeyed, biscuity quality — to the mature Scottish base.
The concept is clever. By finishing Scottish malt in their own casks, Bimber creates a bridge between the familiar world of aged Scotch and their own distinctive London spirit. The twelve-year-old Scottish base provides the maturity and structure, while the Bimber cask finishing adds a signature that connects the whisky to North Acton.
At 46.3% and £49.95, Apogee XII positions itself as an affordable, approachable blended malt with a genuine point of difference. The honey and biscuit character from the Bimber casks gives it a warmth and sweetness that many blended malts lack. It may not have the depth of more expensive aged malts, but as an introduction to Bimber's world and an enjoyable everyday whisky, it delivers genuine value. Bright, juicy and simply good value for money.
