Benrinnes 15 Year Old Flora & Fauna
Benrinnes · Benrinnes Distillery
Benrinnes is one of Speyside's most underappreciated distilleries, and this Flora & Fauna bottling shows why it deserves attention. The partial triple distillation creates a meaty, substantial character that's unlike its lighter neighbors. This is malt-driven whisky at its most unapologetic.
Nose
Dense malt and honey lead, followed by stewed stone fruits and a savory, almost meaty undertone. Dried apricot and a faint wisp of sulfur add complexity without domination.
Palate
Thick and chewy on the tongue. Layers of dark chocolate, walnut, and dried fig unfold slowly. The distillery's partial triple distillation imparts a waxy richness that clings to the palate. A late note of clove spice emerges.
Finish
Medium-long with earthy malt, hazelnut, and a persistent cocoa bitterness that fades gracefully.
- Region
- Speyside
- Cask Type
- Ex-bourbon and ex-sherry
- Peat Level (PPM)
- None
- Distillation
- Partial triple distillation with worm tub condensers
- Maturation
- Ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, minimum 15 years
- Chill-Filtered
- Yes
Food Pairing
Venison stew with root vegetables
Nestled on the slopes of Ben Rinnes in Speyside, this distillery employs an unusual partial triple distillation system using worm tub condensers, producing a distinctively heavy, malt-forward spirit that has long been prized by blenders and increasingly sought by single malt enthusiasts.
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