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Benrinnes 15 years

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(2)€63Scotland, Speyside, Single Malt

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For decades, Benrinnes ran a distillation regime almost no one else used. From 1974 to 2007, it part-triple-distilled its spirit through an unusual run of stills. That quirk gave the malt a weighty, meaty character you can still taste in older bottlings. The stills were cooled by worm tubs, an old method that keeps the spirit rich and full. This is the malt that built a reputation among blenders long before its own name reached the shelf. Pour it neat and give it room. It rewards a patient nose with cereal warmth, soft florals, and a gentle sweet edge.

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Benrinnes

Benrinnes Distillery, located in the Speyside region of Scotland, is known for its single malt Scotch whiskies. With a history dating back to 1826. Benrinnes whiskies are known for their complex flavours, often featuring a delightful combination of fruity and spicy notes, along with a subtle hint of sherry influence. The maturation process takes place in carefully selected oak casks, allowing the whisky to develop its depth and maturity over time. An interesting fact about Benrinnes is that it uses a unique distillation method known as "partial triple distillation." This process involves distilling the whisky first in a traditional pot still, then re-distilling a portion of the spirit in a "spirit still," creating a characteristically robust and full-bodied whisky.

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About the Benrinnes 15 years

Benrinnes 15 years is a single-malt whisky from the Benrinnes distillery in Speyside, Scotland. This is the official Flora & Fauna bottling, the only Benrinnes expression Diageo has released under that range. It carries an age statement of fifteen years and a strength of 43%. The whisky pours with a warm depth that suits slow, neat sipping. It is a classic Speyside malt with more muscle than most of its neighbours. The distillery sits on the lower slopes of Ben Rinnes, the mountain that gives it its name. From 1974 to 2007, Benrinnes used a partial triple-distillation regime that few others attempted. The weaker feints were redistilled through an extra still, building a heavier spirit. The necks of the stills were cooled by worm tubs, an older technique now rarely seen. Together these methods shaped the distinctive, robust house style. For most of its life, Benrinnes was a blender's whisky rather than a household name. Diageo added this fifteen-year-old to the Flora & Fauna range in 1991. That series shines a light on lesser-known distilleries with single-malt bottlings. It gave drinkers a rare chance to taste Benrinnes 15 years on its own terms. The label's badger artwork has become a cult favourite among collectors. Few official bottlings have ever carried the distillery's name so proudly. In the glass, this Speyside single malt shows its weight. There is a meatycereal note, dried barley, and a soft floral lift on the nose. Vanilla and a sweet, honeyed warmth round out the middle. The finish turns oaky and woody, with a faint savoury edge. It is a malt with grip and substance, not a light aperitif style. The texture stays full and slightly oily across the palate. Drink Benrinnes 15 years neat, in a tulip glass, and let it open slowly. The aromas build with air, so there is no need to rush a pour. It suits anyone curious about the malts that quietly built Scotland's great blends. Seek it out while older Flora & Fauna stock still lingers on shelves.