Adelphi - BenRiach 9y, 2012, 59.6%, 263b

A single cask release from the BenRiach distillery in Speyside, bottled by Adelphi independent bottlers. Distilled in 2012, matured for 9 years in a first-fill sherry hogshead and bottled in 2021. Only 263 bottles were produced. Non-chillfiltered and bottled at a natural strength of 59.6%.

Nose: Savoury with tiramisu, chocolate fudge cake, sticky toffee pudding, dates, blackcurrant and pink peppercorns.

Palate: Sweet and savoury, venison gravy, red cabbage with melted chocolate, minty finish.

Finish: Luscious with milk chocolate, cigar notes, vermouth and fudge. Very long lingering aftertaste!