Deep in the Speyside heartland, Benriach has been quietly crafting whiskies that celebrate both tradition and innovation. For the 2023 Lunar New Year, the distillery presents a special edition of its acclaimed 12 Year Old, adorned in a design honoring the Year of the Rabbit, a symbol of elegance, peace, and prosperity. It’s a festive collectible with the soul of a Speyside classic.

Benriach 12 Year Old Year of The Rabbit 2023 Limited Edition 70cl
Brand: Benriach | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Bursts of sun ripened orchard fruits, honeyed malt, and gentle vanilla, underpinned by a hint of toasted almond.
Palate: Lush and layered, pear compote, golden syrup, and delicate baking spices with a creamy texture that lingers.
Finish: Smooth, warming, and softly spiced, fading into notes of sweet oak and citrus zest.

Production Details:
Matured in a combination of sherry casks, bourbon barrels, and port pipes, the Benriach 12 achieves a rich balance of fruit sweetness, spice, and oak depth. The 2023 Lunar New Year edition features an exclusive gift box and label design, blending Benriach’s heritage with the celebratory artistry of the Year of the Rabbit.

Perfect For:
Marking Lunar New Year milestones, gifting to discerning whisky lovers, or adding a statement piece to a collector’s cabinet.

Expert Notes:
Known for its layered Speyside character, Benriach 12 is praised for its complexity and versatility. This Year of the Rabbit edition adds both cultural significance and collectible appeal.

Customer Reviews:
"I opened mine for the first toast of the New Year, smooth and absolutely gorgeous."   Dennis H.
"The box alone is stunning, but the whisky is even better."   Grace T.
"Benriach keeps getting better, and this special edition proves it."   Albert C.

Interesting Fact:
Benriach is one of the few Speyside distilleries to use a diverse cask maturation approach, regularly incorporating port, sherry, and bourbon casks for added complexity.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its multi-cask richness, or with a splash of water to draw out its fruit forward layers.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1898, Benriach has built a reputation for innovation in cask selection and flavor creation. Nestled among rolling fields and pure water sources, the distillery continues to produce expressive, well-balanced single malts that bridge tradition and creativity.