Benromach 1976

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This 36 year old limited edition of Benromach has been offered to KWM at the original 2012 pricing. Matured in First Fill and Refill Sherry Hogsheads and bottled at 46%.

Distiller’s Description: “Matured for many years in the finest hand selected Sherry casks, this exclusive vintage displays the elegance and sophistication of a aged Speyside Single Malt. Combing rich summer fruits and dark chocolate notes with soft malt and a hint of smoke, this complex single malt is smooth and luxurious.â€Â

Andrew's Tasting Note

Nose: decadent, honeyed, creamy and floral; dried apricots, marmalade and canned pineapple; canteloup and honey dew melons, orange pith, quince paste and fig jam; soft leather and milk chocolate.  

Palate: waxy, creamy, honeyed and floral; loads of fruit; dried appricots, apple chunks and banana chips; more canteloup, melons, lemon zest and orange pith; marmalade, quince paste and a touch of fig jam; white pepper and and a hint of something with much more heat; grassy and a touch floral.

Finish: long, coating, floral and creamy with late heat; more decadent and honeyed with melons, citrus and dried fruits.

Comment: this a lovely old vintage malt, it is showig its maturity, but still far from over the hill; balanced, complex and very fresh; and at a third the price of all 70s vintage Benromachs released before or since, it is a steal!

Distiller’s Tasting Note

Nose: Creme brulee with orange and fruit cake aromas. Hints of Kiwi and figs develop.

Palate: Peppery initially with orange zest and apricot flavours. A creamy milk chocolate edge with subtle nuttiness.

// WITH WATER //

Nose: White chocolate with hints of coconut, lemon and a subtle Sherry influence.

Palate: Less spicy, with a more intense chocolate flavour. A subtle menthol and tobacco flavour develop.

Body: Medium.

Finish: Long and sweet.

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