The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask is a 57.6% ABV whisky, matured in first-fill sherry casks for 40 years, and bottled at cask strength. Produced by the distinguished Benromach Distillery in the Speyside region, this limited release comprises just 1,132 bottles, making it a highly sought-after addition to any whisky collection. The nose offers an alluring mix of toasted hazelnuts, Seville oranges, and baking spices. The palate reveals layers of apple pie, dark chocolate, and juicy cherries, surrounded by a rich tapestry of other complex flavors. This exceptional whisky brims with an array of flavors: dried fruits like dates, figs, and raisins, complemented by caramel, cinnamon, tobacco leaves, candied ginger, baked bananas, and blackberry syrup. Additional notes include polished furniture, brass polish, coffee ganache, rancio nuances, walnut cake, leathery undertones, cherries, cranberries, chocolate, minty hints, aromatic peppercorns, marmalade, herbal tea, liquorice, strong coffee, fresh ginger, black pepper, cigar tobacco, orange peel, poached pears, ripe banana, cocoa powder, meringues, all enveloped in a deep amber hue. The Benromach 40 Year Old, bottled in 2021, is celebrated for its dark, brooding, and intense character, showcasing a well-crafted, elegant sherry style. Its tobacco and sourish fruity notes set it apart, making it a whisky to be cherished. Despite its advanced age, it is incredibly lively and vibrant, with a creamy mouthfeel, a touch of smoke, leather, oak spices, espresso, cherries, dark chocolate truffles, and a whisper of copper. Benromach has a rich history, having faced multiple closures in the past. Since its acquisition in 1993 by Gordon and Machail, the distillery has consistently produced high-quality whisky. The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask stands as a testament to their commitment to excellence, showcasing the distillery's unique and rich flavors.
The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask is unique due to its 40 years of maturation in first-fill sherry casks, its 57.6% ABV, and its limited release of just 1,132 bottles.
This whisky features a complex array of flavors, including dried fruits, caramel, cinnamon, tobacco leaves, dark chocolate, cherries, minty notes, and more.
The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask is known for its creamy mouthfeel, despite its advanced age, adding to its vibrant and lively character.
Toasted hazelnuts, Seville oranges, baking spices, strong coffee, fresh ginger, black pepper, cigar tobacco, raisins, dates, orange peel, poached pears, ripe banana, cocoa powder, meringues.
Apple pie, dark chocolate, juicy cherries, dried fruits, caramel, cinnamon, tobacco leaves, candied ginger, baked bananas, blackberry syrup, polished furniture, brass polish, coffee ganache, rancio notes, walnut cake, leathery notes, cherries, cranberries, chocolate, minty notes, aromatic peppercorns, marmalade, herbal tea, liquorice, strong coffee, fresh ginger, black pepper, cigar tobacco, poached pears, ripe banana, cocoa powder, meringues.
Lingering chocolate, herbal touches, charcoal, very long.
The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask is a robust, multi-faceted whisky that captivates with its dark, brooding intensity and elegant sherry style. Its vibrant array of flavors, creamy mouthfeel, and nuanced complexity make it an exceptional and memorable experience for any connoisseur.
The Benromach 40yo Oak Cask is a true masterpiece from the Speyside region, exuding an impressive array of flavors and depth. It is vibrant and lively, with a creamy mouthfeel that belies its four decades of maturation. This whisky is a testament to Benromach's commitment to quality and excellence, making it a prized addition to any collection.
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