Benromach releases unpeated whisky as its “ultimate contrast”

Benromach releases unpeated whisky as its “ultimate contrast”

The Speyside distillery's unpeated release is the latest in its Contrasts series

News | 10 Oct 2024

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Benromach Distillery, which has a “wisp of smoke” within the signature flavour profile of its core range, has released an unpeated whisky to its Contrasts range.

 

The range is a platform for Benromach’s whisky makers to explore different elements of the distillery’s spirit. Under the range, Benromach has experimented with cask finishes, including using air-dried versus kiln-dried oak, Bordeaux casks, and new oak. However, the distillery calls the new unpeated release the “ultimate” contrast to its core range.

 

Keith Cruickshank, distillery manager at Benromach, said: “With our Contrasts range, we aim to develop whiskies that showcase the handmade skills of our distillers — and this is no exception. But this particular unpeated release provides the very definition of a contrast — so we’d love to hear what whisky drinkers think.”

 

Contrasts: Unpeated has been matured in a mix of bourbon and sherry casks for nine years. Tasting notes provided by Benromach highlight “sweet and floral aromas” alongside fruit, liquorice, and herbal notes.

 

Benromach Contrasts: Unpeated (46% ABV) is available now via specialist retailers at RRP £60.

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