.benromach - 100 proof

As far as we gathered, this Benromach is of the same composition as the standard 10yo bottling, with the only difference she has been bottled at 57%. Benromach once again crafted a great whisky...

57% abv, €48, single malt, non-chill filtered, natural colour

Nose: sweet, fresh vanilla pods, chalk, fresh, citrus, malty, dried grains, cold oatmeal, fresh fruits, pears, dried fruits, dried apples, a whiff of mint

Palate: sweet, honey, vanilla, spicy, hot red peppers, fruit, apples, pears, creamy (with water), citrus, orange peel

Finish: sweet, vanilla, long, warm, citrus, oranges
Mark: +++++ 

Conclusion: Once again, a good dram from the people from Benromach.

More info: She can handle a generous amount of water, but the sharpness of the red peppers stays quite some time.

"Named after the old Imperial measure which followed a tradition established when skeptical sailors, who wanted to ensure their rum rations had not been watered down mixed spirit with gunpowder. If the mixture ignited, its strength was “proved”."