Description
Benriach THE TWELVE Single Malt Three Cask Matured is a multi-faceted Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, bottled at 46 per cent in a 0.7-litre bottle, complete with a gift box. For this 12-year-old original bottling, the historic Benriach Distillery employs a meticulous triple maturation process in ex-bourbon casks, sherry casks and port casks. This combination lends the whisky exceptional depth and creates a harmonious blend of fruitiness, sweetness and spicy woody notes. With The Twelve, Benriach impressively demonstrates the versatility of the Speyside region and the importance of careful cask selection for the final flavour profile.
Visually, too, this bottling draws on the distillery’s history. The design of the bottle and gift packaging is inspired by the original appearance of the Benriach Distillery from the period before its temporary closure in the 1990s, combining tradition with modern elegance. The result is a well-balanced single malt Scotch whisky that delights both newcomers and experienced whisky enthusiasts alike with its complex aromas.
Tasting NoteColour: Warm gold with coppery highlights.
Nose: Maple syrup, cocoa, wild berries and subtle oak notes.
Palate: Maraschino cherries, baked oranges, hazelnuts, vanilla and subtle spicy notes.
Finish: Medium-length with sultanas, spicy mocha and subtle woody notes.
Benriach THE TWELVE reveals its flavours best when enjoyed neat or with a few drops of still water. It pairs superbly with mature Gouda, Comté, Parmesan, duck breast, game dishes, nut bread, dark chocolate, hazelnut biscuits, orange cake, sticky toffee pudding or crème brûlée. The combination of maturation in bourbon, sherry and port casks also makes this Speyside single malt an excellent companion for quiet moments of indulgence after a good meal, or as a stylish gift thanks to its high-quality gift box.
