BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 20 years
- Price
- £96.95
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract, Citric
- Description
- BenRiach's experimental approach shines in this 20-year-old finished in a Monthélie White Wine cask, distilled in 1995 and bottled by Ian Macleod. The white wine finish imparts subtle stone fruit, citrus, and mineral notes atop the Speyside malt's natural honeyed, slightly fruity base. The cask treatment is complementary rather than dominant, adding complexity without masking the distillery's character. This bottling appeals to those who enjoy cask experimentation and appreciate how alternative finishes can enhance rather than overshadow the spirit.
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BenRiach 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 95171) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is a 20-year-old single malt from Benriach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — honey, vanilla, fresh fruit, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
BenRiach's experimental approach shines in this 20-year-old finished in a Monthélie White Wine cask, distilled in 1995 and bottled by Ian Macleod. The white wine finish imparts subtle stone fruit, citrus, and mineral notes atop the Speyside malt's natural honeyed, slightly fruity base. The cask treatment is complementary rather than dominant, adding complexity without masking the distillery's character. This bottling appeals to those who enjoy cask experimentation and appreciate how alternative finishes can enhance rather than overshadow the spirit.
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