Benromach Contrasts Peat Smoke vs Linkwood 12 Year Old Flora & Fauna
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £53.99 | £53.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Benromach | Linkwood |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
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Benromach Contrasts Peat Smoke
Benromach Contrasts Peat Smoke is a bold Speyside single malt whisky crafted in small batches using heavily peated Scottish barley and matured exclusively in first-fill bourbon casks. This expression forms part of Benromach’s Contrasts series, which explores flavour profiles that diverge from the distillery’s traditional lightly peated style. Distilled in 2014 and bottled in 2024, this 9-year-old whisky is bottled at 46% ABV, with natural colour and no chill filtration, preserving its full character and texture. On the nose, it opens with sweet vanilla and lemon sherbet, layered with apricot and gentle wood smoke. The palate delivers a rich burst of orchard fruits, including poached apple and pear, complemented by cinder toffee and subtle spice. A hint of menthol and anise adds complexity, while the peat smoke remains present but balanced, enhancing rather than overpowering the fruity sweetness. The finish is medium-long, with lingering notes of caramel, green bell pepper and soft smoke that fade into a vegetal freshness.
Linkwood 12 Year Old Flora & Fauna
Linkwood 12 Year Old Flora & Fauna is a refined Speyside single malt whisky celebrated for its floral elegance, soft fruit character and smooth, integrated complexity. Part of Diageo’s Flora & Fauna series, this 12-year-old expression showcases the distinctive style of the Linkwood distillery, located near Elgin in the heart of Speyside. The whisky is matured in a combination of American and European oak casks and bottled at 43% ABV, with natural colour and no chill filtration, preserving its full texture and flavour. On the nose, it opens with fresh soft fruits and a hint of vanilla, followed by light cigar-box notes and a faint touch of expensive perfume. With a splash of water, the aroma evolves into carnations, lavender and a whiff of perfumed smoke. The palate is sweet and viscous, offering nutty cereal notes, orchard fruits and citrus, balanced by cedar wood and a subtle herbal dryness. The finish is aromatic and dry, with lingering notes of green sticks and dried orange peel that add depth and character. This expression is often described as a “garden of fruit and flower scents,” making it a benchmark for Speyside elegance. It’s best enjoyed neat or with a little water to unlock its layered complexity.
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