An unconventional rarity

In the 1970s, Benriach made the bold and unconventional choice to distill small batches of highly peated spirit, which continues to this day. Since this time, the Speyside whisky- making region has become known for crafting unpeated whiskies. At Benriach, we possess some of the oldest casks of peated whisky in Speyside, and a rare selection has been expertly married into the recipe of this exceptional single malt. The effect of time on whisky is not to be understated. Over many decades in fine quality casks, the smoky character of Benriach spirit refines and mellows, transforming into luscious, polished, ripe fruit notes. Such rare whisky is a beautiful delicacy, and in Benriach it presents a style much akin to what came from Speyside all those years ago. Finessed over forty years Drawing upon decades of experience, our Master Blender Dr Rachel Barrie has skillfully combined some of our rarest malt to create Benriach The Forty. Fine bourbon casks made from American oak have gradually developed exquisite notes of honeyed pomelo and ripe stone fruits. This intricate character is interwoven with dark notes of chocolate, rich plum and smooth walnut from port casks sourced from the Douro Valley in Portugal. The result is the ultimate expression of our signature, luscious, fruit-laden style.