Benromach Heritage Collection 1973 ( Bottled 2016) ABV 48.9% Longrow Springbank

Benromach Heritage Collection 1973 ( Bottled 2016) ABV 48.9% Longrow SpringbankThis is very rare single cask of Benromach 1973. Limited to just 52 bottles. Bottled in 2016 after 42 years in a refill hogshead. This expresion has notes of exotic fruits with hints of ginger, dark chocolate and dried tobacco. Bottle Size: 70cls ABV: 48. 9%

A rich smoky edge is present giving way to a subtle aniseed edge

Palate: Mouthfeel is surprisingly luscious and tart at the same time

Winner of Jim Murray

Palate: There’s a waxy texture with sweet and savoury smoke

then with dried apricots and crystallised citrus peels and ginger

PALATE: The palate is sweet with a pleasant sherried character of dried fruits and spices

NOSE: Sherry

aniseed balls and muscovado sugar with some smoke and apple crumble

Finish: The finish is creamy

honey and leather

cocoa and malt

This is sweet and fruity with notes of plum