BENROMACH LAUNCHES UK EXCLUSIVE SINGLE CASK WHISKY – BENROMACH HERITAGE 1973

The Benromach Distillery Company Ltd has added an incredibly rare single cask malt whisky to its range with the launch of Benromach Heritage 1973.  Exclusive to the UK market, there will only be an outturn of 52 bottles of this limited edition single malt.

Benromach 1973 (ABV 48.1%), cask number 4606, is a dark golden malt, matured in a Refill American Hogshead, with hints of dark chocolate and a peppery smooth finish.

The rare Speyside single malt is presented in an evocative decanter-style bottle; the contours of the neck and shoulder line sculpted to represent copper stills, whilst the copper-coloured neck collar adds a luxurious touch.

The wooden presentation box is inspired by the home of Benromach, reflecting the copper of the stills in use today, as well as the dark, grained wood of the original washbacks and the white of the lime washed distillery walls. A book accompanies the whisky which delves into the Benromach history, as well as providing whisky fans with some fascinating stories about the people behind the whisky.

This UK exclusive was distilled before the Urquhart family took the reins and brought Benromach Distillery back to life in 1998.

Former Brewer Tom Anderson, who still lives in a cottage at the distillery, was one of the men to witness the filling of the last casks at Benromach, and proudly signed his name on the wall of the filling store. Former malt man and warehouseman, Willie McArthur, was responsible for tending to the precious casks.

Distillery Manager Keith Cruickshank explained: “Benromach 1973 is very much a dram to be treasured. It was crafted with great care using many of the same skills and practises adopted at Benromach today.

“It’s been maturing for 42 years, but now is the time for whisky lovers to savour this precious single malt. I’m sure those who really take their whisky seriously will enjoy the chance to experience a little bit of Benromach history.”

The limited edition Benromach 1973 is available at specialist UK whisky retailers with an RRP of £1395.

For more information on Benromach, and to explore the wide range of expressions available, please visit www.benromach.com.

Notes

Benromach 1973 Tasting Notes 

Pour your dram of BENROMACH 1973, cask number 4606, and prepare your senses for an incredible journey of exquisite enjoyment.

First, lift your glass to the light and appreciate the beautiful dark golden colour created by lingering for 42 years in a single Refill American Hogshead as the whisky grew and matured in character. Take a short inhalation, savouring the aromas without water… enjoy the subtle hints of oak infused with sweet pear, exotic pineapple and fragrant vanilla aromas. Underlying all these are hints of spicy ginger, crisp apple and subtle oak.

Now take a sip. At first, you may taste ripe banana, mango and fresh lime. These develop into hints of dark chocolate, leading to a peppery, smooth finish with a hint of tobacco. Add a few drops of water and take time to enjoy the nose as it develops… fragrant pineapple, apricot and passion fruit aromas follow sweet honeyed notes, with developing hints of subtle menthol. Now lift it to your lips and enjoy a slow sip… a fruit cornucopia of bananas, apricot, mango and raspberry emerges, complemented by hints of toasted oak. Finally, a creamy spicy edge combines with a trace of smoke on the finish.

Benromach Distillery

Originally built in 1898, Benromach Distillery was brought back to life when leading whisky specialists Gordon & MacPhail purchased it in 1993. The distillery was extensively re-equipped over a five-year period before it was officially opened by HRH Prince Charles in 1998.

In reopening Benromach Distillery, Gordon & MacPhail decided to create a classic Speyside single malt – a style that draws its influence from Speyside whiskies pre-1960s.

Benromach Distillery is located on the outskirts of the ancient market town of Forres. A four-star visitor centre is open to the public throughout the year for tours and tastings. Benromach Distillery is a member of the world famous Malt Whisky Trail.