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Single malt whiskies distilled in Benriach Distillery of Highland and Bowmore Distillery of Islay, aged for three dacades.

DISTILLED AT

BENRIACH DISTILLERY
CASK № 64136

Distilled

Dec. 1990

Bottled

July. 2025

Single Cask

1st-fill Oloroso Hogshead

Yield

216 bottles

AGED

34 YEARS

This rare Benriach single cask from the Gallery Collection reveals a palate of dried figs, roasted pineapple, and dark chocolate fudge, layered with nutmeg and vanilla, evolving into a long finish of spiced ginger, cocoa, and delicate smoke. Bottled at natural cask strength, this exceptional 34-year-old whisky captivates with its rich sherry influence and depth, leaving a lasting impression.

LAYERS OF HONEY, CARAMEL, AND TOASTED VANILLA PODS

REGION

HIGHLANDS

Appearance: A deep golden bronze hue, showing the hallmark of rich sherry cask maturation. Viscous and slow-moving legs reveal its oily texture and depth.

Nose: Roasted fruit salad with fig, pear, apricot, and candied cherry. Layers of honey, caramel, and toasted vanilla pods add sweetness and warmth. Deeper notes unfold with dried plum, green ume, citrus, dark chocolate, cream, and touches of caramel and mature tart fruits.

Palate: A vibrant fruit cocktail with sweet fig, roasted pineapple, and dark chocolate fudge. Accents of muscovado sugar, cream, nutmeg, vanilla, and a hint of smoke follow. Raisins, spice, and coffee bean enrich the mid-palate, finishing with vanilla cream and dark chocolate.

Finish: Lingering spiced ginger, cocoa, and a delicate veil of smoke.

DISTILLED AT

BENRIACH DISTILLERY

Founded in 1898 by whisky pioneer John Duff, Benriach was established during a golden era for Scotch whisky. Built on the old Riach farm in northern Speyside, the distillery was designed by Charles Chree Doig and strategically placed near a railway line and the River Lossie. Just two years later, production ceased, and for decades Benriach’s maltings supplied its neighbour, Longmorn. Despite its silence, the site’s potential endured. In 1965, amid renewed global demand—particularly from the U.S.—Benriach was revived by Glenlivet Distillers Ltd. The relaunch preserved the distillery’s original character while ushering in a new era of single malt production. Today, Benriach is celebrated for its resilience, heritage, and distinctive Speyside spirit—an enduring legacy of Duff’s original vision.

DISTILLED AT

BOWMORE DISTILLERY
CASK № 10465

Distilled

Nov. 1998

Bottled

May. 2019

Single Cask

Sherry butt

Yield

296 bottles

AGED

20 YEARS

This rare Bowmore 1998 single cask from the Cabinet Collection reveals a palate of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and gentle peat smoke, evolving into a long finish of spiced oak, caramel, and sea salt. Bottled at natural cask strength, it perfectly balances Islay’s signature peat smoke with the richness of sherry cask maturation.

LACED WITH HINTS OF SEA SALT

REGION

ISLAY

Appearance: Deep amber with a reddish copper hue at the rim, displaying layered tones that shift with the light. Long, slow legs reveal a rich, oily texture.

Nose: Aromas of sherry cask sweetness—dried fruits, raisins, and dark chocolate—greet the senses. Gentle peat smoke follows, laced with hints of sea salt and soft peat. With time, sandalwood, cedar, vanilla, and caramel pudding emerge.

Palate: Rich and complex, opening with sweet dried fruits and chocolate from the sherry cask, followed by Bowmore’s signature gentle peat smoke. Mid-palate reveals spiced oak, cinnamon, clove, and a touch of citrus zest.

Finish: Long and warming, with smoke and sherry sweetness interwoven, fading into lingering spice.

Summary: A masterful single cask that balances Islay peat with the depth of sherry cask maturation.

DISTILLED AT

BOWMORE DISTILLERY

Founded in 1779, Bowmore is one of Scotland’s oldest whisky distilleries, located in the village of Bowmore on Islay. As the island’s first licensed distillery, it holds a significant place in whisky history. The distillery was established by John P. Simpson, who purchased the land in 1766. After several changes in ownership, it was modernised by the Mutter family in 1837. Despite challenges during the Great Depression and two World Wars, Bowmore maintained production. In 1980, Queen Elizabeth II visited Bowmore—her first tour of a Scottish distillery. Since 2014, it has been part of Beam Suntory. Bowmore is renowned for its traditional floor malting and peat-smoking methods. Barley is soaked in River Laggan water, floor-malted, and dried over peat fires. Maturation in bourbon and sherry casks imparts complexity and depth to its spirit.