Benromach 15yo

The Benromach 15 years old is the first 15 years old whisky, and the oldest ever bottled, from the Benromach distillery under the new management. In 1993 the independent bottler and blender Gordon & Macphail took over Benromach and in 1998 they reopened the distillery. The release of this 15 years old Speysider is a huge milestone for them. A limited release whisky matured in both bourbon and sherry casks and with a light smoke aroma. Bottled at 43% ABV.

Colour: golden amber

Nose: there’s a lot going on… beautifully balanced sherry aromas with vanilla pod, zesty orange and spicy ginger complemented by delicate chamomile and menthol notes. With some water the whisky shifts into another gear with subtlehints of cocoa, nutmeg and cinnamon giving way to sweet honey notes and hints of bonfire embers.

Palate: there’s luscious, rich fruit cake with stewed plum, red apple skin and the sharp edge of kiwi fruit. With some water it’s a very satisfying palate with traces of charred oak complementing sweet tangerine, plum and nectarines… completed by a gorgeous touch of milk chocolate.

Finish: fruity with milk chocolate and oak