Benriach 26 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
- Distillery
- Benriach
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 44.2%
- Age
- 26 years
- Price
- £149.95
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This 26-year-old from Benriach spent its entire maturation in refill hogsheads, preserving the distillery's unpeated character while developing layers of dried fruit, spice, and subtle oak. A rare chance to experience a Speyside malt with nearly three decades of refinement.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Benriach 26 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) is a 26-year-old single malt from Benriach (Scotland), bottled at 44.2% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 26-year-old from Benriach spent its entire maturation in refill hogsheads, preserving the distillery's unpeated character while developing layers of dried fruit, spice, and subtle oak. A rare chance to experience a Speyside malt with nearly three decades of refinement.
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