Benrinnes 2008 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Firkin Whisky Co. (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 48.9%           Age: 12 Years Old            Country: Scotland

Cask Number(s): SC2A
Date of Distilling: 2008
Matured In: an ex-Madeira Cask
Un-Chillfiltered

The Firkin Whisky Co. is all about friendship and character. Two old mates meet in bar in Tokyo. One is an ex Head Of Malts for UDV/Diageo, Mr Mike Collings, the other, the notorious Mr Raw Cask, independent bottler Mr Robin Tucek. Together they agree that they can produce independently bottled whisky like no other and so they created The Firkin Whisky Co. For Mike and Robin it’s all about using years of experience and two incredibly developed palates to pick and create whiskies that are at the perfect point of maturation. Bottle them at the perfect alcohol percentage for maximum flavour and enjoyment. As the lads say, “Our sole aim is to produce and share whiskies that are absolutely Firkin delicious.”

The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends.

This single malt whisky was distilled at the Benrinnes distillery before being placed in an ex-Madeira Cask and left to mature for 12 years. Bottled at 48.9% abv as part of the The Firkin Whisky Co. Limited Edition Single Cask Series. Only 305 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Dried grassy notes, with honey sweetness and a slight cured meats aroma.

Palate: Malty on the palate with some orchard fruits and dry spicy notes.

Finish: Floral and malty with some subtle spice.