Benriach 12 The Smoky Speyside Single Malt 750 ml

A masterfully crafted 12-year-old Speyside single malt that blends unpeated and peated spirit, matured in bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine casks. The result is a creamy, layered whisky where fruit, oak, and gentle smoke intertwine harmoniously.

Details

Age & ABV: 12 years, 46% ABV (92 proof)

Mashbill: 100% malted barley (single malt) 

Cask Maturation: Bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine casks, artfully married into a single expression 

Color: Burnished gold, natural from the casks 

Tasting Notes

Nose: Smoked vanilla, charred orange peel, toasted almond, raspberry jam 

Palate: Dark chocolate, citrus peel, brown sugar, honeycomb, gentle smoky oak, black pepper

Finish: Medium length with lingering cocoa, orange-smoke, cooked berries, and warming oak spice 

Character & Style

Delicate peat smoke that enhances without overpowering—more campfire warmth than full peat bomb

A smooth layering of fruit sweetness, oak spice, and light smoke makes it refined yet accessible 

Ideal For

Best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to reveal its layers. This expression is perfect for those who savor the classic Speyside sweetness, with just enough smoke to intrigue both newcomers and seasoned Scotch enthusiasts.