Benriach 31 Year Old 1980 (cask 2531) - Virgin American Oak Finish
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 49.8%
- Age
- 31 years
- Price
- £160.38
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, New Wood, Toasted, Honey, Cooked Fruit
- Description
- Benriach distilled in 1980 and finished in virgin American oak casks for 31 years, creating a single malt of powerful vanilla and bourbon character from the Speyside region. A release of just 171 bottles captures the impact of fresh oak on long-aged spirit.
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Benriach 31 Year Old 1980 (cask 2531) - Virgin American Oak Finish is a 31-year-old single malt from Benriach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 49.8% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and fruity character — vanilla, new wood, toasted, honey. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Benriach distilled in 1980 and finished in virgin American oak casks for 31 years, creating a single malt of powerful vanilla and bourbon character from the Speyside region. A release of just 171 bottles captures the impact of fresh oak on long-aged spirit.
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