Benrinnes 21 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch 2024 Special Release

The Benrinnes 21 Year Old Special Release 2024 offers a complex and luxurious Speyside experience, bringing forward layers of fruit, spice, and refined oak. Here are the tasting notes: Nose: Rich and inviting, with notes of dried apricot, red apple, and ripe pear. Subtle aromas of honey, vanilla, and floral heather are balanced by hints of chocolate and toasted almonds. Palate: Smooth and full-bodied, with flavors of caramelized sugar, orange zest, and malted barley. The mid-palate reveals warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, followed by a creamy texture with undertones of dark chocolate and a gentle nuttiness. Finish: Long, elegant, and slightly dry, with lingering notes of oak, vanilla bean, and a whisper of spice that gradually softens into sweet malt. This 21-year-old special release captures the depth and finesse typical of aged Benrinnes, making it an exceptional Speyside single malt with an intricate balance of fruit, oak, and spice.

Benrinnes Distillery is a historic Speyside distillery nestled at the foot of the Ben Rinnes mountain in Scotland, with roots tracing back to 1826. Known for its unique and often complex whisky profile, Benrinnes produces rich, meaty single malts that reflect traditional Speyside craftsmanship with a twist. For much of its history, Benrinnes employed an unusual partial triple distillation process, which imparted a robust, layered character to its whisky. Although it now uses the more common double distillation, Benrinnes still retains a distinctively full-bodied style.

Owned by Diageo, Benrinnes has primarily been used in blends like Johnnie Walker and other premium labels, making single malt bottlings, especially aged releases, relatively rare and highly prized among collectors and aficionados. Known for its flavors of dried fruit, chocolate, spice, and a subtle earthiness, Benrinnes single malts are complex and often appeal to those looking for a more robust Speyside experience.

The Benrinnes 21 Year Old Special Release 2024 provides a rare opportunity to enjoy an aged single malt expression from this distinctive distillery, showcasing its depth, complexity, and traditional Speyside character.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 55.4%
*Please note that the ABV may vary