Ben Rinnes is the highest mountain in Scotland, standing at an altitude of 841 meters. From its summit, which overlooks the region, one can contemplate, among other sights, the towns of Dufftown, Knockando, and Charlestown of Aberlour. Despite being situated at its foothills, the Benrinnes distillery remains a notable peak in its own right, producing a robust, well-built whisky of assured refinement. In fact, it was triple distilled until 2007. This 15-year-old expression matured in a Hogshead (an ex-Bourbon barrel fitted with new staves) is a true gentleman, offering a firm yet warm handshake. Its nose is pleasant and direct, oscillating between cereals, vanilla, and ripe fruits (pineapple, greengage plum); the palate is particularly lively and silky, with a tangy and spicy profile. Best enjoyed after a brisk autumn stroll!
Scotland, Speyside, Single Malt Scotch Whisky
70 cl, 46 %Vol
Style
Fruity,
Powerful
Density
Ethereal,
Robust
Aroma
Apricot,
Spices,
Vetiver,
Woody
€84.00
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Characteristics
Product details:
Type / Subtype
Scotch Whisky - Single Malt
Brand / Distillery
Benrinnes
Country/ Region
Scotland - Speyside
Strengh
46 %Vol
Size
70cl
Peated
Unpeated
Packaging
Cotton Bag
Vintage
2008
Price range
De 60 à 100€
Embouteilleur
Orcines
5317
The Distillery
Benrinnes started with a first distillery, built in 1826, which was named after the nearby waterfall, "Lyne of Ruthrie". It was washed away 3 years later when the nearby river flooded. The existing distillery was built immediately after that, a few kilometres away. In 1845, it was renamed Benrinnes by John Ines, the owner at that time. In 1896, it was destroyed once again, this time by fire. In 1956, it was almost completely rebuilt as we know it today. For a long time, Benrinnes was one of the few Scottish distilleries to practice partial and complex triple distillation. Since 2007, the six stills have been working in pairs for a classic double distillation. The current name of the distillery comes from the 841-meter Ben Rinnes mountain, which dominates the area where the towns of Dufftown, Knockando and Charlestown of Aberlour are located.
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