🥃 Ben Nevis 10 Years Old

A classic Highland single malt from Ben Nevis Distillery, known for its rich, slightly smoky, and full-bodied character.

🧩 Features & Details

• Brand / Expression: Ben Nevis – 10 Year Old

• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

• Region / Origin: Highland, Scotland

• ABV: 46%

• Bottle Size: Commonly 700 ml

• Maturation / Cask Details: Matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks

• Filtering / Colour: Non-chill filtered, natural colour

• Status: Part of the distillery’s core aged range

👃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Floral and fragrant aromas, with honey, citrus fruits (like orange), vanilla, and toffee

• Palate: Creamy mouthfeel; cereal and spice lead into dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and a touch of coffee

• Finish: Long and dry with salty, slightly smoky oak and lingering malt notes

⭐ Independent Review Highlights

• Praised for being “weightier and more characterful than most 10‑year-olds”

• Balanced and “very good for the age”

• Some reviewers note its “old-fashioned” style, with a retro feel and strong structure

• Fans mention a combination of fruitcake, pepper, earthy chocolate, and tobacco in various batches

🎁 Presentation & Collectibility

• Ideal For:

  • Fans of traditional Highland single malts

  • Those wanting a “gutsy” 10-year whisky without heavy peat

  • Daily sipping or casual enjoyment

• Serving Suggestion:
  Serve neat in a Glencairn or nosing glass. A few drops of water can help soften the oak and tease out vanilla

• Collectible Notes:

  • As a core-aged whisky, it’s not extremely rare, but vintage or limited batch releases can be collectible

  • Condition, fill level, and label design matter for collectible versions

  • Independent bottlings or older cask editions may carry premium value among collectors