A rare Speyside single malt, BenRiach 1997 reflects over two decades of careful maturation in a single cask. This 24-year-old expression showcases the distillery’s signature fruit-forward elegance balanced by deep oak integration at a robust 59.4% ABV.
Details
Distilled 20th November 2006
Bottled July 2023
01 out of 197 Bottles
CHARACTER
Tropical | Honeyed | Lush | Juicy | Caramelised
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Sweet and elegant with clover honey, brown sugar, and fresh green apple, layered with butterscotch and gentle baking spice. Deeper base notes reveal a hint of salted peanut and very light campfire ash.
Palate: Rich and oily mouthfeel, opening with herbaceous tones before unfolding into maple syrup, pear cider, and caramelized banana. The progression is balanced by mineral notes and a growing peppery lift from the high strength.
Finish: Clean and long, starting with bright grapefruit and citrus zest, then lingering mint sweetness and soft oak. It leaves a subtle roasted peanut savory note and cocoa powder on the final impression.
