scotch whisky Whisky

BenRiach The Twenty Five

RRP £244.51

Peat smoke, TCP, and brown sugar on the nose – surprisingly subtle, considering the mix of sherry, bourbon, virgin oak and madeira wine casks used during maturation. Deliciously textured, with chewy yet well integrated wood tannins, plus flavours of sweet vanilla, dried fruit, demerara sugar, and black pepper heat.

Spirit Details

Alcohol

46.8%

Bottle Size

70cl

Tasting Information

Blind

Yes

Tasted by

Peter Ranscombe

UK Stockist

Master of Malt

https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/benriach/benriach-25-year-old-whisky/

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