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Benrinnes Authentic Collection 1997 20 Years Single Malt Whisky

Benrinnes 1997 CA

Benrinnes

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
20 years
ABV
55.5%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Benrinnes
Distillation Year
1997
Bottling Year
Summer 2018
Cask Types
Bourbon barrel

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Lowest Price:€116.86(2024-02-28)

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Benrinnes Distillery is situated at the foot of Ben Rinnes mountain, a renowned natural landmark in southern Speyside. At its 840-meter summit, visitors can enjoy panoramic views across eight Scottish counties. The distillery takes its name from this mountain and shares its water source—drawn from mountain wells—with four neighboring distilleries: Aberlour, Allt-a-Bhainne, Dailuaine, and Glenfarclas. The first Benrinnes distillery was established in 1826, though no traces remain today; it stood only a few kilometers from the current site. The present distillery was constructed in the 1950s. In autumn 2012, Benrinnes underwent a major modernization, including full automation of the distillation process and construction of a new control room. The facility features an 8.5-ton semi-lauter mash tun, eight Oregon pine washbacks with fermentation times of 65-100 hours, two wash stills, and four spirit stills. From 1966 until recently, Benrinnes practiced partial triple distillation, a process now discontinued in favor of a configuration using one wash still paired with two spirit stills. The distillery employs cast iron worm tub condensers, which impart a subtle sulfurous character to the new make spirit. With wide cut points ranging from 73% to 58% ABV, Benrinnes produces a robust, meaty new make. Production operates on two alternating schedules: a seven-day week yielding 21 mashes, or a five-day week yielding 15 mashes. The majority of Benrinnes' output supplies blended Scotch whiskies including J&B, Johnnie Walker, and Crawford's 3 Star. The sole official bottling is the 15-year-old Flora & Fauna expression. Limited releases include a 1996 vintage from the Manager's Choice series (2010) and a 21-year-old, 57% ABV special release in autumn 2014.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2303

Whiskyspace Notes 2303

Jul 5, 2026, 04:54:52

Just sat down with a dram after work yesterday, was really straightforward right off the bat, linear and simple 🥃 First you get that lemony pop, fruity cider apple sweetness, a hint of coconut and wildflowers too, even a faint white wine zing with orange peel peeking through. Swirl it around and there’s Earl Grey tea, chamomile, that foam confectionary aspect like cheap marshmellow fluff, plus a touch of cloves and fresh linen, notch sweeter than the last one I had. There’s a bit of oiliness too – olive oil, even a tiny whiff of mineral oil and tea tree oil, with that lanolin, vanilla sweetness, throat sweet vibe. The finish is long, has that floral fragrance in the aftertaste, a hint of brittle waxiness and talcum powder note, even a faint ointments twang if you’re paying attention. Honestly it’s pretty similar in terms of quality to the last one I tried, same overall quality and style, hard to pick out too many differences but this one edges it for me just a tiny bit with that distinct floral edge and camphor lift.

Whiskyspace Notes 1738

Whiskyspace Notes 1738

Jun 23, 2026, 08:36:41

Had a dram tonight that felt pretty straightforward – fresh linen and a hint of mineral oil, pretty linear. There's a cider apple fruitiness, a touch of orange peel and lemony zest, with a notch sweeter vanilla sweetness. The finish is long, a bit oily, with a floral edge like Earl Grey tea and chamomile, plus a whisper of camphor and talcum powder. Hard to pick out too many differences from the last one, but it edges it for me with that wildflower and clove note. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 1355

Whiskyspace Notes 1355

Jun 2, 2026, 22:53:35

刚倒出来就闻到一股挺明显的柑橘香,有点柠檬皮的感觉,混着点洋甘菊那种淡淡的甜味儿。喝起来第一感觉是油脂感很足,挂在舌头上滑滑的,喉咙处慢慢泛起一股暖暖的甜味,比闻起来要更甜一点。 有那么点儿像苹果西打的清爽果味,后面又泛出白葡萄酒似的微酸。整体不算复杂,但花香很突出,特别是收尾时有种新鲜野花的清甜,还有点像晒过太阳的亚麻布那种干净的气息。 后调挺长,嘴里留着点香草糖霜的甜,和一丝几乎抓不住的椰子油香。隐约能找到伯爵茶和橙皮带来的微涩,底下还垫着一层薄薄的白花油和矿物感,尾韵里还飘着点肉桂的暖意。 喝着挺直接的,像沿着一条直线走到底,但每个阶段都有不同的小亮点。整体来说非常轻盈明快,适合慢慢抿着想事情的时候喝。😊

Anna Williams

Anna Williams

May 26, 2026, 22:25:20

Quite fresh and easy-going 🥃 I get crisp cider apple, lemon peel, a bit of white wine, then coconut and vanilla sweetness. There’s a soft oily feel, with chamomile, Earl Grey, wildflowers and a wee medicinal edge — camphor, tea tree, clove. Finish is long, sweet in the throat, floral and a little waxy. Nice cosy dram.

Paul Clark

Paul Clark

May 20, 2026, 05:44:57

Quite cosy this one 🥃 I get a bit of caramel, dried fruit, and a soft oaky warmth. Feels mellow, slightly spicy, with a nice lingering sweetness. Easy to sip on a quiet evening.

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