BENRIACH 1991 Berry Bros. & Rudd

From the north of Scotland to the south coast of England, Spring Release 2023 from independent bottler Berry Bros. & Rudd showcases the wealth and breadth of distilling talent to be found on Britain's coasts.
Like a good book, this elegant old Speysider builds with time and gains in character - be prepared to give it a good hour in the glass to open up. Aromas of banana bread, leather and wax mingle with fresher fruit notes to create an incredibly deep nose. This profile continues on the palate, which has a beautifully aged character, with notes of spiced custard and cardamom caramel. Notes of praline join those of dried apricot and a pleasant hint of rancio. Persistent spice and fruit are accompanied by an unexpected whiff of wood smoke on the finish. This is a wonderful example of what Speyside does best.