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Ben Nevis 2012 BD 1st Fill Rioja Wine Cask 56.5% 700ml
Ben Nevis 2012 BD 1st Fill Rioja Wine Cask 56.5% 700ml

Ben Nevis 2012 BD 1st Fill Rioja Wine Cask 56.5% 700ml

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Ben Nevis 2012 BD 1st Fill Rioja Wine Cask 56.5% 700ml information

Ben Nevis Distillery, established in 1825 by "Long" John MacDonald, was once so popular that it employed over 200 people at its peak. After a series of closures and reopenings in the early 20th century, it was eventually purchased by former Canadian bootlegger Joseph Hobbs. Hobbs installed a Coffey still in 1955, making Ben Nevis the first Scottish distillery to produce both malt and grain whisky. At the time, it was common for grain whisky and malt whisky to be mixed before going into the cask. As a result, it is one of the few distilleries in history to release a single blend whisky.

This single cask bottling of Ben Nevis whisky has undergone a unique maturation process. Distilled in November 2012 and bottled in January 2023 at cask strength of 56.5%, this 10-year-old whisky is a testament to the craftsmanship of the Ben Nevis Distillery. Initially aged in American oak bourbon barrels, the whisky received a distinguished finish in a 1st Fill Rioja Wine Barrique, enhancing its complexity and depth.

The whisky boasts a rich and intricate flavor profile, featuring notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and a subtle hint of smoke from the peat used in the malting process. The finish is long and warming, with a pleasant tannic quality imparted by the Rioja wine cask. With only 262 bottles produced, this whisky is a rare and exceptional example of the innovative and experimental spirit of both Ben Nevis Distillery and the Best Dram brand.

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  • What makes this Ben Nevis whisky unique?

    This whisky is unique due to its maturation process. It was initially aged in American oak bourbon barrels and received a finishing period in a 1st Fill Rioja Wine Barrique, which enhances its flavor profile with rich, complex notes.

  • How many bottles of this Ben Nevis 2012 BD were produced?

    Only 262 bottles of this exclusive whisky were produced, making it a rare and sought-after addition to any collection.

  • What is the ABV of this Ben Nevis whisky?

    This Ben Nevis whisky has an ABV (Alcohol By Volume) of 56.5%, bottled at cask strength.

Tasting notes

  • Aroma: sweet red grapes, milk chocolate, vanilla, strawberry
  • Taste: sweetness, milk chocolate, cocoa, spiciness, alcoholic spiciness
  • Finish: sweet, oak, chocolate, medium length
  • Overall: This whisky offers a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy notes, with a rich chocolate undertone and a medium-length finish that leaves a lasting impression of oak and sweetness.

Reviewer's opinion

The Ben Nevis 2012 BD 1st Fill Rioja Wine Cask is a striking example of innovative whisky-making. The combination of aging in American oak bourbon barrels followed by a Rioja wine cask finish adds a unique layer of complexity and richness. Its flavor profile, characterized by sweet red grapes, milk chocolate, and a subtle hint of peat smoke, is both inviting and intricate. For whisky enthusiasts looking for something rare and extraordinary, this limited-edition bottling is a must-have.

Category
Whisky
Distillery
Alc. Volume
56.5 %
Size
700 ml
Bottled Year
2023
Year
2012
Age
10 years
Total Bottles
262

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