Tastes

Affordable on sale so gave it a shot. It’s the definition of a sherry bomb on the nose right out of the gate. I like a touch of sherry but not too much and actually in the palate it’s not as strong. It’s a mild slightly sweet scotch to taste, mildly pleasing I’d say. The finish is curious at best, certainly not what I’d expect or want. Might buy again if on sale.

This is an outstanding scotch. I’m also a big 12 yr Aberfeldy fan for a daily drinker but the 21 is a massive step up, as you would expect for the vintage. Caramel dominates mixed with light fruitiness. Not much heat to it but nonetheless a lasting and pleasant finish.

Just finished a bottle of this interesting whisky and could honestly say I won’t rush back to it. However that’s a general feeling I have with complex Japanese or Japanese influenced spirits. Strong nose, slightly odd flavour but with a nice medium finish. Overall not for me

An almost perfect blend of sweet and heat. Really nice combo of barrels as too much sherry cask is overwhelming. Love the touch of fruit on the palate but smooth woody vanilla finish. Second Benriach I’ve tried and both have exceeded price and expectations.

Awful nose Mediocre palate Weak finish Def not worth the price! So many other nice Canadian whiskies out there!

Not bad. Slightly sweet and mild. Feels like I’m having Crown on the rocks, which is fine and all, but Crown is waaay cheaper. Good one to set out when you have thirsty non-connoisseurs coming over haha.

Nice slightly sweet nose followed by hot spicy palate. Slightly harsh finish. Rather have Bookers for shore!

Folks are pretty harsh in their reviews given the price point for this bottle. Yes it’s thin on character and no real peat influence, if that’s what your after. If you want an easy drinker that’s high on fruit flavours and short on finish and heat then you may like this one. Just don’t expect to impress friends with it as an interesting 16 year old. Buy again? Yes, if on sale

Agree with the vanilla aroma and flavour, however this one just does not do it for me. Odd finish for sure. Def a mixer, but may as well go for the regular and less pricey forty creek if you’re going to splash cola or whatever in it.