Benriach The Forty
Benriach
Tasting Notes
Benriach The Forty is a true masterpiece, a harmonious blend of elegance and complexity. Crafted from the distillery's rarest stocks and aged for an extraordinary four decades, this peated single malt whisky unveils a symphony of flavors. The nose is a tantalizing overture, regaling with the tantalizing aromas of sweet orange, luscious plum, and zesty honey pomelo, intertwined with the seductive notes of dark chocolate-coated berries and smooth walnut. On the palate, it unfolds a luscious tapestry of orchard fruits, silky morello cherry, velvety nectarine, stewed red apple, and delicate white peach, culminating in a lingering, seductive finish reminiscent of velvety walnut and tart kumquat. A true indulgence for the senses, this exceptional whisky is a testament to the craftsmanship of master blender Dr. Rachel Barrie, who has skillfully coaxed out the finest nuances from its exceptional bourbon and Port cask maturation.