Benromach 18 year old Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky (40%)

Colour: Rich amber
Nose: Fruity – peaches and nectarines, also hints of citrus fruits. Subtle sweet chocolate edge and malty nose.
Body: Smooth and warming.
Palate: Fruit and spice together with delicate floral, aromatic note. Traces of sherry wood evident.
Finish: Floral with a slight creaminess

Cask type: First fill and refill sherry casks

Whisky style: Classic Speyside with an elegant balance of fruit, spice and sherry character.

Michael Jackson is internationally the most widely published author on whisky. His Malt Whisky Companion is the world’s best selling book on the subject and is in its revised 5th edition. Jackson is a Master of the Quaich.

Colour: Bright full gold.
Nose: Ripe. Tropical flowers. Sugar cane. Caramelised vegetables. Sweet potatoes. Sliced toasted almonds.
Body: Silky.
Palate: Spicy perfume. Lots of vanilla. Cheesecake.
Finish: Dusty. Cinnamon. Cocoa. Bittersweet.
Comment: Complex. Thought provoking.

Martine Nouet is France's foremost writer on whisky. Known as "La Reine de l'alambic" ("Queen of the still"), she delights in discovering new malts, not only to drink, but also to cook with. Martine is also a Keeper of the Quaich.

Colour: Ripe gold.
Nose: Intensely sweet. Malty. Honey. A touch of cedar. Juicy peach. A hint of chestnut. With water, releases floral notes (marsh mallow, clover honey). Vanilla breaks through in custardy waves.
Body: Oily, medium.
Palate: Smooth and velvety, rich, coating. Honey. Nutty.
Finish: Chewy with a gentle spiciness. Almondy.
Comment: A fragrant Speysider. Classic with style. To be enjoyed on a warm afternoon with toasted nuts and almonds.