Ben Nevis 5 Year Old 2019 - 100 Proof Edition #17 (Signatory)

Distillery
Ben Nevis
Region
Highland
Country
Scotland
Type
Single Malt
ABV
57.1%
Age
5 years
Price
£46.95
Community rating
5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
Tasting notes
Smokey, Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Oily
Description
Ben Nevis's 2019 distillate matured five years in refill Oloroso Sherry butts and bottled at 57.1% ABV by Signatory, emphasizing youthful peat smoke without excessive wood age. Heavy peat dominates with maritime minerality, salt, and subtle smoke complemented by dried fruit from the Oloroso without overwhelming the spirit. The texture is clean and focused, with proof providing intensity and grip. Suited to peated whisky enthusiasts seeking young, peaty character at cask strength.

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ABV

57.1%

Age

5 yr

Style

Single

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Ben Nevis 5 Year Old 2019 - 100 Proof Edition #17 (Signatory) is a 5-year-old single malt from Ben Nevis (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 57.1% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — smokey, sherried, cooked fruit, oily. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.

Ben Nevis's 2019 distillate matured five years in refill Oloroso Sherry butts and bottled at 57.1% ABV by Signatory, emphasizing youthful peat smoke without excessive wood age. Heavy peat dominates with maritime minerality, salt, and subtle smoke complemented by dried fruit from the Oloroso without overwhelming the spirit. The texture is clean and focused, with proof providing intensity and grip. Suited to peated whisky enthusiasts seeking young, peaty character at cask strength.

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