Name: BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Brand: Benriach
Price: 81.93 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) taste like?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is characterised by Cooked Fruit, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted notes. BenRiach's 2011 distillate spent over five years finishing in Madeira oak after initial maturation, creating a layered Speyside single malt. Bottled by Alistair Walker for the Infrequent Flyers collection, 311 bottles were released of this 13-year-old expression.

Question 2

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) sweet?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) has some sweetness (64/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) costs £81.93 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57% ABV, BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) pairs well with honey cake, crème brûlée, mild soft cheeses, and glazed nuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)?

Accepted Answer

Serve BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £81.93 for BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 11

Is BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) similar to Famous Grouse Highland Decanter?

Accepted Answer

Yes — BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and Famous Grouse Highland Decanter share a similar flavour profile (Honey, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Famous Grouse Highland Decanter costs £99.99 vs £81.93 for BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker).

Question 12

How does BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) compare to The Antiquary 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) and The Antiquary 21 Year Old are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. BenRiach 13 Year Old 2011 (cask 2376) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is sweet and approachable, while The Antiquary 21 Year Old is known for Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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