Name: Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)
Brand: Benrinnes
Price: 49.95 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) is characterised by Sherried, Chocolate, Leathery, Toasted, Tobacco notes. A richly sherried Speyside spirit matured in first-fill and refill oloroso butts and bottled at 100 Proof without chill-filtration. This 13-year-old Benrinnes combines meaty, robust distillery character with dark, complex cask influence.

Question 2

Is Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) has some sweetness (53/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Not ideal for beginners — Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) is a challenging dram with and high ABV (57.1%). More experienced whisky drinkers will appreciate it most.

Question 5

Is Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) costs £49.95 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 57.1% ABV, Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) 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 Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) — 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 Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) 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 Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) similar to Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) and Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish costs £63.29 vs £49.95 for Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory).

Question 11

Is Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) similar to Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) and Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) costs £54.95 vs £49.95 for Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory).

Question 12

How does Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) compare to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) is complex and layered, while Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky is known for Fresh Fruit, Smokey, Honey notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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