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BenRiach 23 Year Old 1997 Cask Edition Virgin Barrel 70cl, 51,6%

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Tasting Notes

Colour: Deep amber

Nose: Vanilla, toasted oak, caramel, and ripe fruits.

Palate: Rich and full-bodied with notes of spice, honey, orchard fruits, and oak sweetness.

Finish: Long and warming with lingering spice, vanilla, and oak.

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Description

BenRiach 23 Year Old 1997 Cask Edition Virgin Barrel 70cl 51.6% is a distinctive Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, matured for over two decades and finished in a virgin oak barrel, highlighting the powerful influence of fresh oak on the spirit.

Distilled in 1997 at BenRiach Distillery and aged for 23 years, this expression showcases the balance between long maturation and the bold character imparted by virgin oak. Unlike previously used casks, virgin oak barrels contribute intense flavours of spice, vanilla, toasted wood, and sweetness.

BenRiach is known for its fruit-forward and versatile style, and this cask edition enhances that character with deeper oak structure and complexity. The result is a whisky that combines mature fruit notes with pronounced oak spice and richness.

Bottled at 51.6% ABV and presented in a 70cl bottle, this expression delivers a powerful yet refined whisky experience, suitable for sipping neat or with a few drops of water.

Why Choose BenRiach 23 Year Old Virgin Barrel?

This whisky highlights the impact of virgin oak maturation, delivering bold spice and depth alongside mature fruit character.

The 23-year ageing ensures complexity and refinement, while the higher ABV adds intensity and structure.

Ideal For

This whisky is ideal for collectors, fans of oak-forward whiskies, and enthusiasts seeking a powerful and mature Speyside single malt.

Product Details

Product Name: BenRiach 23 Year Old 1997 Cask Edition Virgin Barrel
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Distillery: BenRiach

Region: Speyside, Scotland

Vintage: 1997

Age: 23 Years Old

Bottle Size: 70cl
ABV: 51.6%

Cask Type: Virgin Oak Barrel

Collector’s Note

The BenRiach Cask Edition series showcases the distillery’s innovative approach to wood management and finishing. Virgin oak maturations are less common in Scotch whisky, making this 23-year-old expression particularly interesting for collectors and enthusiasts.

Older BenRiach vintages combined with unique cask types are increasingly sought after for their individuality and depth.

This whisky was distilled on 7th July 1997 and laid to rest in single Virgin oak cask #7420 for 23 years.

One of 248 bottles.

Bottle Number 187/248

Additional information

Weight 2.5 kg

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