BenRiach 11 yo (2015/2026), Signatory Vintage – Cask Strength Collection (#104), 58.5%

Introduction

BenRiach Distillery, located in the heart of Speyside, Scotland, has since its reopening in 2004 under new ownership established itself as one of the region’s most experimental and innovative houses – particularly renowned for its diverse cask finishes and high quality standards. This bottling from Signatory Vintage is part of their acclaimed Cask Strength Collection and presents an 11-year-old single malt that unites the best of two cask types in a single bottle.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Traditional malted barley from Scotland, mashed and fermented at BenRiach Distillery in the Speyside region
• Distillation process: Distilled in 2015 in BenRiach’s distinctive copper pot stills, which contribute to the distillate’s fruity and floral base profile
• Maturation: Primary maturation in a Bourbon cask for 11 years, followed by a finishing period in a 1st Fill Amontillado Hogshead – bottled in 2026
• Special techniques: The Amontillado finish – in a 1st Fill Hogshead – adds distinctive layers of dry, nutty and lightly oxidative notes from this Spanish sherry style, complementing the Bourbon cask’s fruity and vanilla-driven foundation in outstanding fashion

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh fruitiness with notes of green apple, peach and apricot – supported by soft vanilla tones from the Bourbon cask and a layer of toasted nuts along with a dry sherry character from the Amontillado finish
• Palate: Full-bodied and complex with a gentle sweetness of caramel and tropical fruit, met by a nutty, dry character featuring notes of hazelnut, almond and light oak spice – the high strength carries the flavour layers beautifully
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of dried fruit, hazelnut, a light tannin structure from the oak and a subtle, dry Amontillado bitterness that rounds off the experience with elegance

Serving Suggestions

• Serving temperature: Room temperature, approximately 18–20°C
• Glass recommendation: A tulip-shaped nosing glass or Glencairn glass, which concentrates the aromas and provides the best nosing experience at cask strength
• Serving ideas: Enjoy neat for the full cask experience – optionally add a single drop of cold spring water to open up the aromas and soften the alcohol warmth
• Food pairings: Roasted nuts, dark chocolate with a high cocoa content, goat’s cheese with honey, or tapas featuring manchego and serrano ham – all elements that pair beautifully with the Amontillado character

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 58.5% ABV (Cask Strength – undiluted)
• Bottle size: 70 cl
• Country/region of origin: Scotland – BenRiach Distillery, Speyside
• Certifications/Awards: Bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of the acclaimed Cask Strength Collection (#104) – Signatory Vintage is one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers with over 30 years of experience in selecting exceptional single casks

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

BenRiach 11 yo from Signatory Vintage’s Cask Strength Collection is the result of a carefully considered two-stage cask maturation that elevates this Speyside whisky to a new level of complexity and depth.

This bottling originates from a single cask – number 104 – making it an exclusive and non-reproducible experience that can never be replicated in precisely the same form.

Signatory Vintage is recognised by whisky experts worldwide for their rigorous selection process and uncompromising quality standards, and this bottle is a clear testament to that craftsmanship.

Recognition Among Connoisseurs

Signatory Vintage’s Cask Strength Collection has over the years become a firm favourite among whisky enthusiasts and collectors seeking genuine, undiluted single casks with character and soul.

Once you have tasted a whisky from this collection, it becomes immediately clear why so many return to the series time and again – the quality is consistent and the craftsmanship unwavering.

The unique combination of BenRiach’s fruity Speyside DNA and the dry, nutty Amontillado finish has already garnered enthusiasm among those who appreciate bold and successful cask experiments.

From BenRiach and Signatory Vintage to You

Both BenRiach and Signatory Vintage share a deep respect for the craft of whisky-making and a genuine passion for delivering experiences that reach beyond the ordinary – and that passion can be tasted in every single dram.

There is something special about a whisky created with patience, curiosity and a sincere desire to surprise and delight the person who raises the glass.

Do yourself the favour of securing a bottle of this rare single malt – and discover for yourself what 11 years of dedicated cask maturation can produce when both the distillery and the bottler are operating at the very highest level.