Benriach 10 years The Smoky Ten

Benriach is known for its innovative and diverse whisky creations, and with The Smoky Ten, the distillery showcases a seamless fusion of peated and unpeated malt. This expression is aged in a mix of ex-bourbon, rum, and virgin oak casks, creating a unique balance of smoky, sweet, and fruity notes. It is an elegant and playful whisky, offering a great introduction to Benriach’s refined smoky style.

Tasting note

Nose

Soft, sweet smoke immediately greets the senses, accompanied by hints of burnt sugar and roasted pineapple. Aromas of creamy vanilla, honey, and a touch of citrus add freshness and depth.

Taste

A perfect balance between gentle peat smoke and sweet fruit. The smoke is subtle and interwoven with notes of caramelized pear, tropical fruits, and a hint of toffee. The oak influence introduces a spicy touch with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Finish

Long and pleasantly warming, with lingering smokiness that blends beautifully with oak, vanilla, and a delicate honeyed sweetness.

Benriach Distillery

Benriach Distillery is located in the heart of the Speyside region, near the town of Elgin in Moray. Founded in 1898 by John Duff, Benriach has a rich history marked by both periods of closure and revival. Since reopening in 1965, Benriach has established itself as a producer of high-quality single malt whiskies.

A unique feature of Benriach is its diversity in production processes. The distillery produces both peated and unpeated whiskies, which is rare in the Speyside region. This gives Benriach a wide range of flavour profiles, from smoky and robust to refined and fruity. The distillery uses water from nearby Burnside Springs, which contributes to the purity of their whisky.

Benriach whiskies are known for their complexity and depth, with notes of honey, vanilla, fruit and a hint of spice. Maturation takes place in a variety of casks, including ex-bourbon, sherry, rum and wine casks, ensuring a rich and layered flavour experience.

The combination of traditional techniques, innovation and a beautiful location makes Benriach a respected name in the world of Scotch single malt whisky.