Benromach whiskies

History

The distillery was founded at the end of the 19th century and went through the usual ups and downs: changes of owner, closures during the crises and a long period working for blends. In 1983 it closed, and ten years later Gordon & MacPhail bought it, fitted it with new stills and reopened it at the end of the 1990s. Since then it has been a small, very hands-on distillery with a small team. The owning family, with more than a century of experience selecting and maturing whisky from other distilleries, has brought that knowledge of wood to its own malt.

House style

Benromach’s style is that of a classic full-bodied Speyside: red fruit, cereal, chocolate and a light peat smoke reminiscent of how barley used to be dried. The house combines bourbon and sherry casks and looks for a balance in which no element dominates. It is an intensely flavoured malt for its size, with a medium, slightly smoky finish.

Where to start

Benromach 10 Year Old is the house benchmark and one of the most complete Speysides in its age range: sherry, fruit and a gentle, well-integrated smoke. It is a good choice if you like sherried Speysides but want something with more character, or if you’re after a first encounter with peat without too much intensity. Drink it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the red fruit and chocolate.

• Benromach 10 Year OldSingle malt · 43% ABV