2003 Benromach Origins Batch 4 Port Pipes

Here’s a detailed tasting profile for the Benromach Origins Batch 4: Port Pipes, a distinctive release that explores the influence of full maturation in port casks:

Distillery: Benromach, Speyside

Series: Origins – experimental range exploring production variables

Batch: 4

Vintage: Distilled 2003, bottled 2013

Cask Type: First-fill Port pipes

Peat Level: Mildly peated at 8ppm

ABV: 50%

Style: Non-chill filtered, natural colour

Nose :- Softly smoky and richly fruity: Tobacco, cherries, aniseed, and strawberries. Layers of vanilla, pear, and apple. Quirky notes like beach sand, almond skins, and oak spice add intrigue

Palate :- Complex and vibrant: Strawberries, raspberries, pineapple, and apple. Accents of pepper, tobacco leaf, vanilla, and caramel. A whisper of cooked bacon adds savoury depth

Finish :- Soft, smoky, and fruity: Lingering notes of tobacco, red fruits, and gentle spice. A touch of tropical oakiness and caramel sweetness

A playful yet refined Speyside malt that showcases how Port casks and light peat can dance together. Ideal for those who enjoy fruit-forward whiskies with a smoky twist

Distillery: Benromach, Speyside

Style: Traditional single malt Scotch whisky

Cask Type: First-fill bourbon and sherry casks

ABV: Typically 40%

Philosophy: Made by hand in small batches, using sharpened senses and minimal automation

Nose :- Rich and inviting: Forest fruits, creamy malt, and dark honey. Hints of cracked black pepper, charred oak, and green apple. A subtle touch of Benromach’s signature smoke

Palate :- Balanced and expressive: Toffee, dark chocolate, and baked orchard fruits. Spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and oak tannins. Creamy texture with a gentle smoky backbone

Finish :- Long and warming: Lingering sherry richness, peppery spice, and toasted nuts. Fades into a soft smoky dryness with hints of cocoa

A traditional Speyside malt with a nod to pre-industrial whisky making. Combines fruit, spice, and smoke in a harmonious balance