Alexander Murray & Co Benrinnes Single Cask 2014 10 Year Old is a limited-edition, single-cask, cask-strength single malt Scotch whisky from the Benrinnes distillery in Speyside (Highlands), Scotland. Key Specs - Distilled: 2014- Aged: 10 years- Bottled: Around 2024 (as a 10yo)- ABV: ~54% - Cask: Single cask, matured in ex-bourbon with a Palo Cortado sherry finish. This adds richness and creamy sweetness.- Bottles produced: Only 252 bottles from this Cask. About the DistilleryBenrinnes is known for a robust, meaty/sulfury character historically achieved through partial triple distillation (changed/simplified after 2007). It's primarily used in blends but shines in independent bottlings. Expect rich, fruity, and spicy profiles with orchard fruits, malt, toffee, and spices. It's not a heavily peated whisky. Alexander Murray & Co. is a California-based independent bottler (founded by Steve Lipp) specializing in single-cask and small-batch Scotch expressions, often sourced for retailers or released under their own label. They focus on high-quality, characterful casks. Tasting Notes - Nose: Stewed orchard fruits, warm honeycomb, vanilla pod, baking spices. - Palate: Full-bodied. Spiced apple, caramel, toasted cereal, nuttiness, oily stone fruits, tangy honey, orange marmalade, candied nuts, toasted crème brûlée. The Palo Cortado influence brings creamy sweetness and richness. - Finish: Long and warming, with gentle oak, soft pepper, and dried fruit linger. It's described as robust yet approachable at cask strength, highlighting Benrinnes' signature style with added depth from the cask. Water can open it up further. This is a solid, limited independent bottling for fans of Speyside malts who enjoy cask-strength expressions with sherry influence. It's not a ultra-rare collector's item but offers good value and exclusivity due to the low bottle count.
