Cadenhead's Original Collection Benriach-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2012

Cadenhead's Original Collection Benriach-Glenlivet 12 Year Old is an independently bottled Speyside single malt Scotch whisky distilled at Benriach in 2012. Matured for 12 years in Manzanilla sherry casks, it was bottled at 46% ABV as part of Cadenhead's Original Collection. The dry, coastal influence of Manzanilla complements Benriach's fruit-forward malt character, creating a whisky with orchard fruit, citrus, nuts, gentle sweetness and warming spice.

Food Pairing: Pair with roasted pork, Manchego cheese, cured meats, toasted almonds, apple tart or citrus-based desserts.

Tasting Notes: Fruity and lively with orchard fruit, citrus, nutty Manzanilla character, malt sweetness and gentle spice.

Nose: Pear drops, red apples, custard creams and subtle dried-fruit sweetness.

Palate: Lemon curd, orange peel and orchard fruits with creamy malt and gentle sherry character.

Finish: Almonds, citrus, warming spice and lingering malt sweetness.