Benriach Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Brand: Benriach | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Intro/Heritage:
Nestled deep in the Speyside region, Benriach has quietly mastered the art of cask-driven character. Their Quarter Cask expression is a bold testament to that, aged first in ex-bourbon barrels, then intensified in smaller quarter casks that coax out extraordinary depth. It’s Speyside, turned up a notch.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: A warm breeze of toasted vanilla, honeycomb, and sweet orchard fruit, with whispers of charred oak and cinnamon bark.
Palate: Creamy and vibrant. Caramelized pear, fresh cut apple, and malted biscuit swirl into spiced toffee and toasted almond. The quarter casks lend it a punchy richness, compact, concentrated, and compelling.
Finish: Long and gently drying, with lingering oak spice and hints of vanilla bean and soft smoke. A finale that doesn’t overstay, but doesn’t let go.

Production Details:
Crafted using Benriach’s traditional distilling methods, this whisky undergoes dual maturation, starting in bourbon barrels and finishing in quarter casks, which have greater wood contact for intensified flavor extraction. Non-chill filtered and bottled at 46%, it delivers natural weight and texture.

Perfect For:
Golden hour sipping or fireside storytelling. This is a bottle that rewards slow pours and deeper reflections, perfect for both solo rituals and shared appreciation.

Expert Notes:
Benriach’s Quarter Cask has been praised for its balance of classic Speyside charm with a bold, wood-forward complexity. A must-try for fans of cask strength flavor without the high ABV, it offers impact with grace.

Customer Reviews:
🗣️ "Smooth, flavorful, and just a little wild. Love the intensity from the smaller casks."
🗣️ "Great structure — Speyside fruit with a bit of punch. Total sleeper hit."
🗣️ "This one made me rethink how good non-age-stated whisky can be."

Interesting Fact:
Quarter casks were traditionally used in the 19th century for easier transport on horseback but today, they’re prized for how they accelerate maturation and deepen complexity in smaller volumes.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat to experience the concentrated sweetness and spice, or add a few drops of water to reveal a softer, nuttier side. Pair with crème brûlée or salted caramel chocolate to elevate its dessert-like depth.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1898, Benriach has long flown under the radar, a Speyside distillery known for innovation in cask selection and maturation. With a signature mix of tradition and creative flair, their whiskies are both elegant and expressive, just like this quarter cask gem.