Benrinnes 2014 11 Year Old Finn Thomson Cask #312344 57.4%

Benrinnes 2014 11 Year Old - Finn Thomson Cask #312344

Benrinnes 2014 11 Year Old Finn Thomson Cask #312344 is a standout single cask Scotch whisky matured in a first-fill bourbon barrel and bottled at its natural cask strength of 57.4% ABV. Distilled on 14 July 2014 and bottled on 19 May 2026, this limited release produced just 261 bottles.

Sometimes one cask makes an entire warehouse stop. That was exactly what happened when Finn Thomson discovered this Benrinnes after a long day of working through around sixty individual samples. Among cask after cask, this one immediately stood out. The team tasted it, paused and reached the same conclusion - it was the standout cask of the day.

First-Fill Bourbon Maturation

This Benrinnes demonstrates exactly why first-fill bourbon maturation can be so rewarding. The cask complements the weight and richness of the spirit, bringing layers of creamy vanilla and soft oak without overpowering the distillery character.

With time in the glass, vibrant tropical fruit develops, adding another dimension to the whisky. Bottled at 57.4% cask strength, it retains a rich, oily texture that carries the whisky from the first sip through to a long and satisfying finish.

A Standout Bourbon Cask

Finn Thomson has often returned to full bourbon maturation as a favourite style, particularly when the cask enhances rather than dominates the spirit. This Benrinnes is a fine example of that philosophy, with the rich distillery character and vibrant bourbon influence working together in harmony.

The result is a powerful yet balanced 11 Year Old single malt with creamy sweetness, soft oak, tropical fruit and a substantial oily texture. For enthusiasts who enjoy bourbon-matured Scotch whisky, this is a particularly compelling limited release.

Benrinnes 2014 11 Year Old - Key Details:

• Distillery: Benrinnes
• Vintage: 2014
• Age: 11 Years Old
• Cask: #312344
• Distilled: 14 July 2014
• Bottled: 19 May 2026
• Maturation: First-Fill Bourbon Barrel
• ABV: 57.4%
• Bottles: 261
• Bottler: Finn Thomson
• Single Cask Release