BenRiach 10 Year

Barky but lovely.

A curious and unusual floral, sweet whiskey. Fun and easy to drink. Unique among the Speysides. Looking forward to trying the older impressions and peated version.

Tasted neat in a glencairn. Pour is a light golden yellow. Very delicate nose, honey & florals & slight ethanol. Definite apples, light pears, dry grass. On the tongue this is sweet, creamy, creme brulee, toffee, slight white pepper. There are notes of oak barrel and lumberyard. The finish takes its time. Not a lot of spice, but a lot of glow. This is subtle & delicious.

Well balanced, warming. Nose: orange, cinammon, vanilla, dark fruits from sherry. Palate: vanilla swetness, some bitterness, warming spice. Long spicey, sweet finish.