Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 55.6%
- Age
- 30 years
- Price
- £221.97
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate, Old Wood
- Description
- BenRiach's 30-year-old peated single malt from 1986, finished in Pedro Ximénez casks, bridges the distillery's dual heritage of smoke and sherry influence across three decades. The extended maturation allows peat smoke to integrate fully with wood spice, while Pedro Ximénez finishing adds rich toffee, dried fruit, and complexity without overshadowing the spirit's foundations. This rare release of 307 bottles combines age, smoke, and sweetness in measured proportion. It suits collectors and experienced drinkers seeking depth and historical provenance.
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Benriach 30 Year Old 1986 (cask 3183) - Peated, Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish is a 30-year-old single malt from Benriach (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 55.6% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, dried fruit, chocolate. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
BenRiach's 30-year-old peated single malt from 1986, finished in Pedro Ximénez casks, bridges the distillery's dual heritage of smoke and sherry influence across three decades. The extended maturation allows peat smoke to integrate fully with wood spice, while Pedro Ximénez finishing adds rich toffee, dried fruit, and complexity without overshadowing the spirit's foundations. This rare release of 307 bottles combines age, smoke, and sweetness in measured proportion. It suits collectors and experienced drinkers seeking depth and historical provenance.
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