Benrinnes Port Cask Finish

Benrinnes is known for its robust and rich whiskies, and this Port Cask Finish adds an extra layer of complexity. The influence of port casks gives this whisky a beautiful balance between fruity sweetness and the distillery's characteristic full-bodied, spicy style. The result is a whisky that offers both depth and accessibility, perfect for those who appreciate a complex yet refined dram.

Tasting note

Nose

The port finish has imparted a lovely soft-sweet fragrance to this dram. Chocolate with fruit and sultanas are scents that make us smile. Lovely full aroma that encourages us to take a nice sip,

Taste

Young and lively, powerful yet mild. Spicy with a little sweetness. Fruity but certainly not too fruity. Actually, the taste is nicely balanced and we are pleasantly surprised.

Finish

The aftertaste is medium-long with the hint of port clearly perceptible.

Benrinnes Distillery

Benrinnes Distillery is located in the Speyside region, at the foot of Mount Ben Rinnes, near Aberlour in Moray. Founded in 1826 by Peter Mackenzie, the distillery has a long and rich history, although it has been rebuilt several times due to fires and floods.

A unique feature of Benrinnes is its use of partial triple distillation, a rare technique in Scotland that produces a more complex spirit. The distillery uses pure spring water from Mount Ben Rinnes, which contributes to the clarity and quality of their whiskies.

Benrinnes whiskies are known for their rich, full-bodied and robust flavour profiles, with notes of chocolate, dried fruit and a hint of spiciness. The whiskies are mainly matured in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, making for a deep, complex and layered flavour experience.

Although Benrinnes is primarily used in blended whiskies, their single malts are highly prized by connoisseurs for their unique character and depth. The combination of an idyllic location, unique distilling techniques and high-quality production makes Benrinnes a respected name in the world of Scotch whisky.

Murray McDavid

Murray McDavid is an independent Scottish bottler founded in 1994 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright. The company is known for its innovative approach to whisky, focusing on selecting high-quality casks and experimenting with unique maturation processes.

Murray McDavid bottles whisky from different distilleries, both single malts and blended malts, and often introduces secondary maturities in different types of casks, such as wine, rum or sherry casks, to create complex flavour profiles. They have several series such as "Mission Gold," "Benchmark," and "Cask Craft."

An important aspect of Murray McDavid is their focus on transparency. They provide detailed information about the origin of the whisky, the casks used and the ageing time, which makes them popular among connoisseurs and collectors. In 2013, Murray McDavid was acquired by Aceo Ltd, which expanded their ability to continue producing unique whiskies. Murray McDavid's bottlings are often praised for their quality and the creative way they combine traditional whisky techniques with modern innovations.