1990 Ben Nevis 10 YO 5cl

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Initially, it offers white sweetness, light fruits like tinned peaches, ripe apples, mandarins, and ripe bananas. Darker notes of roast coffee and tobacco emerge, along with hints of sherry-like plums and dates. Sweet honey and vanilla caramel add to the complexity.

Taste: Creamy mouthfeel with weight. Yellow fruit notes persist, accompanied by maltiness. Darker elements come through—tobacco leaves and intense bitter dark chocolate. The spirit’s heavy character is evident. Funky undertones add complexity. Spices like black pepper, ginger, and aniseed make an appearance.

Finish: Medium to long, continuing the spice from the palate. Bitter dark chocolate, tobacco, and nutmeg notes persist, along with a minty aniseed touch.

This Ben Nevis 10-year-old is well-balanced, reminiscent of Springbank 10, and offers a delightful journey of flavors. If you’re a fan of complex single malts, this one won’t disappoint!