Benriach 30 Year Old The Thirty: A Symphony of Peat and Elegance
Unveiling the Elegance: The Thirty-Year Maturation Journey
A Legacy Crafted in Casks
Indulge in the opulence of Benriach 30 Year Old, The Thirty, a peerless single malt meticulously crafted over three decades. This exquisite whisky is born from peated spirit and artfully matured in an ensemble of sherry casks, bourbon barrels, virgin oak casks, and port casks sourced from the renowned Douro Valley.
The Maturation Alchemy
As time weaves its magic over thirty years, Benriach’s sweet Speyside smoke undergoes a transformative journey, seamlessly intertwining with the essence of fruit, malt, and oak. The result? A rich layering that evolves into a sublime infusion of honeyed smoke, further elevated through the intricate dance of multi-layered cask maturation.
A Symphony of Flavors
In the hands of Benriach’s master blenders, each cask type imparts distinctive flavor characteristics. The alchemy of marrying these distinct elements results in an exquisitely harmonious single malt. Prepare your palate for a sensory journey layered with dark fruits, rich walnut, and velvety oak spice, culminating in a lingering and complex smoked honey finish—all impeccably balanced.
Unveiling The Thirty: Tasting Notes
Natural Cask-Imparted Colour: Mahogany
Alcohol By Volume (ABV): 46%
Nose: Indulge your senses in a symphony of aromas—stewed plum, baked orange, smoked walnut, and cinnamon cocoa.
Palate: Savor the decadence of dark fruit, manuka honey, and chocolate raisin, leading to a long and complex smoked honey finish.
Smoke Level: Complex
A Masterpiece Recognized
Rachel Barrie, the esteemed Master Blender, attests, “The Thirty possesses an incredible intensity of flavor, coupled with exceptional refinement. It stands as the deepest, richest expression of Benriach on every level.”
Elevate your whisky experience with Benriach 30 Year Old The Thirty—an embodiment of mastery, complexity, and unparalleled elegance.