Benriach 12YO The Smoky Twelve Giftbox

BenRiach The Smoky Twelve is a distinctive Scotch single malt whiskey from Speyside that combines ripe fruit, malty depth, oak spice, and a rich smoky character. It is created by blending unpeated and peated distillates, which are aged for at least 12 years in three types of casks—bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine. The result is a smooth and creamy whiskey with a multi-layered profile that will appeal to lovers of elegantly smoky styles.

Tasting Profile:

Color: Polished gold.

Nose: Smoked vanilla, toasted orange, and roasted almonds.

Palate: Dark chocolate, fruit peel, brown sugar, and smoky oak.

Finish: Long, with notes of cocoa, orange, and a smoky hint.

Smokiness level: Pronounced.

The combination of different casks gives the whiskey its distinctive complexity. Bourbon casks bring smoothness and a vanilla base, sherry casks add depth and fruitiness, and Marsala wine casks contribute to a richer, smoother, and slightly sweet character. Everything is then expertly blended into a harmonious single malt that feels full-bodied, round, and very well-balanced.

BenRiach The Smoky Twelve captivates not only with its flavor but also with its natural color, achieved solely through barrel aging. This is a whiskey that is perfect for slow sipping and, thanks to its gift packaging, also makes an excellent gift for lovers of smokier whiskeys.

Awards:

Its quality is further confirmed by a double gold medal from the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

About BenRiach Distillery Company Ltd.:

BenRiach Distillery Company Ltd. is a Speyside single malt Scotch whiskey distillery with a history dating back to 1898, when it was founded by John Duff. The distillery stands on the site of the original Riach farm in northern Speyside and draws its water from the Riach mineral spring in northern Speyside, utilizing the water-rich underground aquifers deep beneath the distillery grounds. BenRiach has built a reputation over the years as a “hidden gem” of Speyside, combining traditional craftsmanship with a bolder approach to whisky production.

The brand is known for its wide range of flavors and styles. In addition to classic non-peated whiskies, it also produces peated variants as well as triple-distilled whiskies, which are rather rare in Scotland. A diverse selection of casks from around the world also plays an important role, resulting in rich, layered, and distinctive whiskies. Today, the BenRiach tradition continues under the leadership of master blender Rachel Barrie, and the distillery is part of the Brown-Forman group.