In a new release, Benriach Distillery has unveiled its oldest whiskey to date: the Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years.
This rare and exclusive expression was bottled from a single cask, yielding just 37 bottles of some of the finest Benriach whisky.
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Benriach Cask Number 2383
Master Blender Rachel Barrie oversaw the selection of the 50 year old cask, bourbon cask number 2383. The cask was filled on 21st September 1966 and tucked away in Benriach’s warehouses to mature for five decades. Cask 2383 was selected for its paramount character and balance.
Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years
The whisky from cask 2383 was bottled in bespoke crystal decanters from Scottish company Glasstorm, which produces unique glass products for the beverage industry.
Each decanter is displayed in a presentation case designed and created by John Galvin, master craftsman. The presentation cases are, according to Benriach, “inspired by the colourful array of eclectic casks which fill Benriach’s warehouses, where the expression has been nurtured for the last half a century.”
Speaking about the release of Benriach’s oldest whisky, Master Blender Rachel Barrie said: “At Benriach Distillery our ability to nurture flavour has been informed by our heritage in maturing an eclectic array of casks from across the world and we have a creative philosophy and exploratory approach towards whisky making. Over many decades, this has granted an expert understanding of what makes the exceptional cask.
“I am proud to present Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years as our ultimate treasure. Sip fifty years of opulent refinement with notes of sublime honeyed dates and delicate oak spices in harmony with the lingering finesse of apple, pear and traces of grapefruit.
“This is our art – a testament to the expertise in and commitment to extraordinary cask maturation at Benriach Distillery.”
Tasting Notes
According to Benriach, the tasting notes for the 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years are as follows:
“Nose: Perfectly honed oak leads with chestnut, maraschino cherry, and gentle acacia honey, interwoven with seductive truffle, narcissus, and refined musk.
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Palate: Sip fifty years of luxurious refinement, with sublime honeyed dates and delicate oak spices, in harmony with the lingering finesse of apple, pear, and traces of grapefruit.”
Buy The Oldest Benriach Whisky
The 50 Year Old Benriach 1966 will be available in Asia in May 2024 and will appear in selected global markets from June to October. The bottle is priced at £25,000 (~$31,790).
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