A Speyside malt that's deceptively complex and far reaching in its scope.

The Wood Finishes Expressions from BenRiach are originally matured in the traditional style in American Oak barrels. The whiskies are then 'finished' respectively, in eithe sherry, dark rum, madeira or port casks.

The BenRiach 15yo Dark Rum Finish is matured in
American bourbon barrels, and then ‘finished’ in Dark Rum barrels, sourced from the Caribbean island of Jamaica. During this second period of maturation the whisky derives many interesting characteristics specific to the Dark Rum barrel.

Just 350 six-packs will be made available world-wide, and the Dark Rum Finish is part of the first BenRiach 'Wood Finish Series', released November 2006. The other 'finishes' included in the series are Pedro Ximenez Sherry, Madeira and Aged Tawny Port.

Tasting Notes

NOSE: Fantastic interaction between toffee, spices, cinnamon and sultana, with a rich backdrop of rum.

COLOR: Light gold.

PALATE: Toffee, cinnamon, apricots, rosehips and chocolate, with an avalanche of rum and sultanas in the finish.

Additional Accolades

8/10 Points * Whisky Magazine