Ben Nevis 10 yo (46%, OB, +/-2013)

Ben Nevis 10 yo (46%, OB, +/-2013)

The Ben Nevis 10 Year Old (46%, OB, circa 2013) is a cult-favorite Highland single malt that proudly defies modern polish. It’s rugged, characterful, and deeply evocative of old-school distilling—perfect for your collector’s lens and speculative tasting style.

Here’s a full sensory breakdown:

Tasting Notes: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old (OB, ~2013)

Nose :- Fresh and dry, with a supple greenness and soft leafy notes. Rich fruitiness: orange zest, Seville marmalade, and a light vinous touchNutty undertones and a faint metallic edge—think silverware and porridge

Palate :- Gentle dryness with toffee and malted barley. Solid peat notes loom in the background, offering a bitter-sweet tensionHints of coffee, orange peel, and a touch of herbal soapiness (a Ben Nevis hallmark)

Finish :- Silken and lingering, with caramel, mochaccino, and dark chocolate. A faint mineral edge and a whisper of char

Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, and likely natural color

A throwback to the Western Highland style, where peat, malt, and funk coalesce

Often described as “older in style than the label suggests”