Benriach 'The Twenty One' Single Malt Whisky

Benriach ‘The Twenty One’ is a masterful Speyside single malt matured for over two decades in bourbon, sherry, virgin oak and Bordeaux wine casks. Bottled at 46% and crafted from both peated and unpeated spirit, it layers orchard fruit, honeyed malt and elegant smoke. A rare and luxurious Highland dram, this 21YO makes a refined gift and a connoisseur’s treasure.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Ripe summer berries and orchard apples rise with honeyed malt and a wisp of smoke. The palate glides through soft vanilla and cinnamon into tangy red fruits, citrus peel and cocoa, deepened by pine spice and caramelised pear. Lingering honey, muscovado sweetness and refined smoke weave into a long, warming finish that resonates with poise and balance.

Key Details

• Producer: Benriach Distillery
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• ABV: 46%
• Volume: 700ml
• Maturation: 21 years in bourbon, sherry, virgin oak and Bordeaux red wine casks
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over a large ice cube

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded in 1898, Benriach has long been known for experimentation and craft, one of the few Speyside distilleries still operating on-site floor maltings. Under Master Blender Rachel Barrie, its style marries heritage with innovation, distilling peated and unpeated spirit and pioneering multi-cask maturation. The Twenty One reflects this vision, with layered fruit, oak and smoke in rare harmony.

Special Features

This expression is crafted from four cask types—bourbon, sherry, virgin oak and Bordeaux red wine—creating remarkable complexity. The blend of peated and unpeated spirit mellows over two decades, fusing honeyed malt, ripe fruit and an elegant smoke signature. Bottled at 46% and non-chill filtered, it preserves natural texture and depth, epitomising Benriach’s adventurous Speyside spirit.

Recognition & Accolades

Awarded worldwide acclaim for its layered elegance and balance:

• Double Gold – San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 2021
• 95 Points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2022
• 95 Points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 2018
• Gold – International Wine & Spirits Awards, 2019

These honours affirm The Twenty One’s place as a benchmark aged Speyside malt, celebrated for its craftsmanship and refined, sherried character.

Food Pairing

Pair with venison loin glazed in red wine reduction, roasted duck with orange, or charcuterie rich in smoked ham and nutty pâté. Mature cheeses such as aged Comté or Ossau-Iraty highlight the malt’s honeyed smoke, while dark chocolate with candied fruit mirrors its sherried richness. A whisky built for indulgent pairings at the finest tables.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

An opulent 21-year-old Speyside single malt—perfect for birthdays, anniversaries and milestone celebrations, or for collectors seeking a rare, smoke-kissed dram of enduring elegance.

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