Ben Nevis 1996 Hawkin’s Legacy 22 Year Old No.038 70cl, 46%
Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep amber
Nose: Dried fruits, honey, polished oak, and subtle spice.
Palate: Rich and complex with notes of toffee, malt sweetness, dark fruit, and gentle spice.
Finish: Long and elegant with lingering oak, sweetness, and warming spice.
Description
Ben Nevis 1996 Hawkin’s Legacy 22 Year Old No.038 70cl 46% is a rare Highland single malt Scotch whisky, matured for over two decades and released as part of the Hawkin’s Legacy series. Distilled in 1996 and aged for 22 years, this expression showcases the depth and complexity that long maturation can bring to Ben Nevis spirit.
Over its extended ageing in oak casks, the whisky has developed a rich and layered profile, combining mature oak influence, dried fruit character, and deep malt sweetness. Ben Nevis is known for its robust and slightly oily style, often delivering a distinctive combination of fruit, spice, and subtle mineral notes.
Bottled at 46% ABV and presented in a 70cl bottle, this whisky offers a refined balance between strength and drinkability, making it suitable for both collectors and enthusiasts seeking a well-aged Highland single malt.
Why Choose Ben Nevis 1996 Hawkin’s Legacy?
This whisky offers the opportunity to experience a well-aged Ben Nevis single malt, matured for 22 years.
Its inclusion in the Hawkin’s Legacy series adds to its collectability and appeal among enthusiasts of independent bottlings.
Ideal For
This whisky is ideal for collectors, fans of mature Highland whiskies, and enthusiasts seeking complex and well-aged single malts.
Product Details
Product Name: Ben Nevis 1996 Hawkin’s Legacy No.038
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Ben Nevis
Series: Hawkin’s Legacy
Region: Highlands, Scotland
Vintage: 1996
Age: 22 Years Old
Bottle Number: No.038
Bottle Size: 70cl
ABV: 46%
Cask Type: Oak Casks
Collector’s Note
Single cask and limited releases such as the Hawkin’s Legacy series are highly valued among collectors. A 1996 vintage Ben Nevis aged 22 years represents a particularly desirable profile, as older Ben Nevis bottlings are increasingly sought after for their depth and distinctive character.
Additional information
| Weight | 2.10 kg |
|---|





