Ben Nevis 8 Year Old, Dram Mor Single Cask #108

Sharing its name with Scotland's most iconic peak, Ben Nevis distillery has sat in the shadow of the mountain for almost two centuries. From the distilliery's first day in production, under the ownership of "Long John" Macdonald, in 1825, right up to the present daym the Allt a Mhuilinn water that runs from the mountain remains a key part in the robust Ben Nevis spirit, which marries the rich and sweet highland flavours with subtle coatal notes.

Cask Number: #108

Cask Type: Finished in first fill Pedro Xemenez Hogshead

Bottles: 321

Colour: Dark Mahogany

Nose: Mellow toasted coffee, dried dates, and dark chocolate notes; nutty. Gentle Pedro Xemenez influence.

Palate: Heavy charring of the cask is immediately obvious. Sweet notes of dried fruit as raisins, fogs and dates, accompanied with aromas of honey, grape syrup and candied fruit, but all in nice balance, not overpowering. Spicy chilli flakes mix with sweet Manuka honey.

Finish: Long lasting as you would expect from Ben Nevis. Warming burnt toffee, cocoa and soft oak.