Benrinnes The Single Malts of Scotland 2008 12 Years Single Malt Whisky

Name: Benrinnes The Single Malts of Scotland 2008 12 Years Single Malt Whisky
Brand: Benrinnes
Price: 78.51 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.81 (42 reviews)

Benrinnes 2008 ElD

Benrinnes

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Brand: Benrinnes
Age: 12 years
ABV: 56.2%
Volume: 700 ml
Category: Single Malt Whisky
Distillery: Benrinnes
Distillation Year: 10.09.2008
Bottling Year: 29.07.2021
Cask Types: Hogshead

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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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Jake Rogers

May 6, 2026, 00:31:33

Hmm, this one's quite interesting. First off, I get a right proper smokiness, like a bonfire on a chilly evening 🌬️🔥. Then there's a hint of something fruity, maybe apple or pear, with a touch of honey sweetness that lingers. The texture's smooth, almost creamy, and it finishes with a gentle spice kick. Quite warming and moreish! 🥃👍 Occasionally, I notice a wee bit of vanilla or caramel in the background, but it's not overpowering. Definitely a dram to savour slowly.

Gary Owen

Apr 29, 2026, 15:21:42

This whisky's got a proper nose on it – smoky with a hint of vanilla 🍦 and maybe some caramel. Really warmin' up the cockles. 🥰 Tastes a bit like dried fruit and a touch of spice. Smooth as anything, lingers nicely. Could sip this all night! 😊 Occasional sweet notes, like honey 🍯, come through. Quite the dram, innit? 👍

Evelyn Ellis

Apr 27, 2026, 13:32:10

Alright, so tried this neat tonight. 🥃 Smell is quite nice actually. Hints of toffee and maybe some dried fruit 🍇. Reminds me of christmas pudding abit. Taste... oily texture. Got some oak there 🌳. Then it gets a bit peppery on the tongue. Finish lingers nicely. Warmth in the chest 🔥. Defintely a keeper for a quiet evening. No complaints here. 👌

Frank Palmer

Apr 23, 2026, 07:31:53

Right, had a dram last nite 🥃. Proper lovely stuff. Colur is rich, like amber innit. Nose hits you with sweet vanila and some dried fruit 🍇. Reminds me of sunday roast somehow. Taste? Smooth as anything. Little kick of oak then honey flows thru. No burn at all. Finish lingers quite a bit. Warmth in the chest 🔥. Would definetly have another 👍. Proper good for a rainy evening. Cheers 🍻.

Joshua James

Apr 18, 2026, 13:32:01

Right, had a wee dram tonight. 🥃 Nose is quite sweet, like honey and maybe some dried fruit? 🍯 Takes a bit of water to open up tbh. Palate... warm, spicy. Got that smokey hint but not overpowering. 🔥 Finish lingers nicely. Makes you wanna sit by the fire. Proper lovely stuff. 👌 Bit of a burn at first but settles down. Cheers! 🍻 Definitly one for a rainy evening. 🌧️

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