Benromach Peat Smoke Sherry Matured

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Peated Benromach distilled in 2010 and bottled in 2019 at 59.9% after maturing in sherry casks. Limited availability.

Andrew's Tasting Note

Nose: Caramilk, candied fruits and Christmas cake; as it opens winter spices, apple cider vinegar and balsemic vinegar; a firm earthy smoke is there but struggling beneath the sherry; orange peel and salted airline prezzels.

Palate:  soft to start with the elegant earthy smoke slowly building; juicy orange and chewy malt; the palate is drier than expected with more vanilla and less sherry than expected; more winter spices, balsemic vinegar and building tarry notes; medicinal with Dutch liquorice and cloves.

Finish: still dry, but also oily and coating; firm but clean earthy smoke never really seems to let go of its grip; more salty Dutch liquorice and cloves.

Comment: curiously I find this whisky both less sherried and less peaty than the Benromach Cask Strength Batch 01; but it is more in the Islay style with firmer smoke and a medicinal edge; slight disconect between the nose and palate, but if you are a fan of iodine-y Ileachs, you're likely to love this!

Producer's Tasting Note

"Pour your dram of this seriously smoky single malt whisky and prepare to relish an experience as rare as this unique Benromach Speyside whisky produced in very small batches. First, lift your glass to the light and appreciate the beautiful dark amber hue created by lingering for many years in First Fill Sherry Hogsheads as the whisky grew and matured in character. Take a short inhalation, appreciating the wonderful aromas without water… enjoy the hints of honey cured meats mingling with zingy orange marmalade. Creamy vanilla develops with traces of chocolate, spiced dried fruit and a subtle note of dried tobacco. Take a sip. Deliciously sweet top notes and a hint of warming white pepper appear, followed by touches of rich stewed prunes, sultanas and raisins complemented by sherry undertones. Delicate hints of ginger develop on the tongue with a lingering edge of bonfire embers on the finish. Add a few drops of water and take time to savour the nose as it develops. Lemon, honey and vanilla aromas perfectly balance the distinctive smokiness. Now lift it to your lips and enjoy a slow sip… a sumptuous medley of rich fruits, tangy citrus and delicate hint of spice and sherry give way to rich smooth chocolate and a lingering edge of seriously gorgeous smokiness.Superb!"

700 ml