BenRiach Sherry Matured 12 Year (Discontinued)

I typically don't like Sherry whiskies that much because they go overboard with the sherry influence. But this one is special! This has enough Oak influence to get me onboard and less sherry influence on my palate to keep me interested. The finish is short and peppery but the sherry not overburdening my palate is a welcome respite. I have other Benriach whiskies in my collection and I appreciate the subtlety exhibited by the master distiller in designing this one.

Matured in a combination of first fill Oloroso and PX casks, this sherry whisky delivers a distinctive aroma of dried fruits, raisins and bitter chocolate. At first, the nose is quite muted and featureless. After adding a few drops of water, you can find cinnamon, walnuts and even faint hints of coffee. BenRiach 12 Sherry Wood tastes sweet, intense and aromatic with Christmas spices, dark fruits and a delicate nuttiness. The finish is peppery sweet and surprisingly long with well-balanced oak influence. It's a solid single malt with minor flaws in the aroma. RATING: 3.7/5.0 stars ≙ 85 pts → ABOVE AVERAGE [+]