So, a new Benriach 10 year old? what’s so “new” about it? well this – This release is the first one that was produced predominantly from spirit distilled under The BenRiach Distillery Company’s eleven-year ownership. The cask formula focuses on ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, while the spirit is unpeated (unlike the Curiositas 10 yo).
BenRiach 10 Year Old , 43.0% , £31 
Nose: A rather big and full kind of Jose: starting on green apples (Granny Smith) , malt and vanilla as well as some red ripe apples. Creamy vanilla with allspice and cloves.
Palate: lovely oily and full With quite a spicy tang. The apples are stewed rather than fresh and the vanilla is present but not as powerful. Hints of Lotus biscuits develop with time.
Finish: Medium long. Mainly pear and apple peel , spices and dark chocolate. Dry and slightly bitter.
Bottom line:
While This is not a ground breaking whisky, it is a great example of well made basic core line whisky, we’ve come to expect from Benriach. A rich nose, with a full palate, classic style, no frills and no tricks. Whisky, to be enjoyed. It would make a great daily dram. Good work, and keep it up!
Score: 85/100
Official sample provided by The Benriach.