Benrinnes 15 years 2009 - 2024 #301401 Saltire Rare Malt

The Benrinnes 15 years 2009 - 2024, bottled by Saltire Rare Malt, is a characterful single malt whisky from the Speyside region. Aged in a carefully selected single cask (#301401), this whisky showcases the rich and complex character Benrinnes is known for. With 15 years of maturation in a quality cask, this expression has a wonderful balance of sweet, spicy and savoury flavours, enhanced by the distinctive oily texture that makes the distillery unique. This is a wonderful whisky for aficionados who love a dram with depth and complexity.

Tasting note

Nose

Vol en rijk met aroma’s van donkere karamel, toffee en gestoofde appels. Subtiele hints van gedroogde vijgen, nootmuskaat en een vleugje sinaasappelschil voegen een warme kruidige en fruitige dimensie toe. Een lichte toon van geroosterde noten en cederhout zorgt voor extra diepgang.

Taste

Full and round on the palate, with a silky texture. Flavours of honey, creamy vanilla and ripe pears are followed by a spicy kick of cinnamon and black pepper. The wood adds delicate notes of oak and a hint of dark chocolate, adding refined complexity.

Finish

Long and warming, with lingering notes of caramel, honey and a subtle woody freshness. A slight saltiness and a hint of citrus give the finish a refined and elegant finish.

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.

Saltire Rare Malt Whisky Company

Saltire Rare Malt Whisky Company is an independent bottler specialising in selecting and bottling rare and high quality Scotch whiskies. The company focuses on offering unique single malts and single cask whiskies, often from special or hard-to-find casks. Saltire is known for bottling whisky without additives, such as colourings, and without cold filtration, to ensure the purity and authentic character of the whisky.

An important role within Saltire is played by Hans Offringa, an internationally recognised whisky expert, writer and ambassador. Offringa, also known as "The Whisky Couple" together with his wife Becky, is involved in the selection and presentation of the whiskies Saltire releases. His extensive knowledge and passion for whisky help Saltire create exclusive and unique bottlings that appeal to whisky collectors and enthusiasts. His reputation and expertise add extra prestige and credibility to Saltire Rare Malt Whisky Company's bottlings.