Benriach 8 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 59.9%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £49.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Malt Extract, Honey, Toasted, New Wood
- Description
- Benriach's 8-year-old from 2013 represents the Speyside distillery's youth-forward style, aged in a single cask and bottled with minimal filtration to retain full character. The spirit shows orchard fruit, honey, and subtle spice alongside the creamy texture that Benriach is known for, without excessive oak dominance common in older releases. The finish is clean and medium-length, allowing the malt's natural sweetness and complexity to emerge. This suits those seeking accessible, unwooded Speyside character at a younger age before extended oak influence takes hold.
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Benriach 8 Year Old 2013 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is a 8-year-old single malt from Benriach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 59.9% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and spicy character — vanilla, malt extract, honey, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Benriach's 8-year-old from 2013 represents the Speyside distillery's youth-forward style, aged in a single cask and bottled with minimal filtration to retain full character. The spirit shows orchard fruit, honey, and subtle spice alongside the creamy texture that Benriach is known for, without excessive oak dominance common in older releases. The finish is clean and medium-length, allowing the malt's natural sweetness and complexity to emerge. This suits those seeking accessible, unwooded Speyside character at a younger age before extended oak influence takes hold.
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