Benrinnes Distillery - Speyside’s Meaty Workhorse

The Benrinnes Distillery sits at the foot of the Speyside hills and is affectionately known as “the Ben.” Located just outside the village of Aberlour, it keeps good company with neighbors such as Glenfarclas, Tormore, GlenAllachie, Aberlour, and The Glenlivet.

The original distillery, built in 1826, was destroyed by flooding, with the current site rebuilt in 1829 just a short distance away.

Benrinnes has long served as a workhorse distillery for Diageo, producing malt primarily for blends like Johnnie Walker and trading stock with other blending houses. Despite this behind-the-scenes role, it has developed a reputation among enthusiasts for its distinctive character.

Prior to a modernization project in 2007, Benrinnes employed a notably complex distillation regime that included a form of partial triple distillation. This was later simplified to a more traditional double distillation process. Even so, the spirit has retained its hallmark profile: rich, slightly meaty, yet balanced with light floral notes, a combination that makes it stand out within Speyside.

Official single malt releases of Benrinnes are typically limited to Diageo’s special releases. Fortunately, independent bottlers have stepped in, sourcing casks and releasing them as single malt expressions that offer a deeper look into this underrated distillery.

For those exploring independent bottlings, Benrinnes is a hidden gem, and you can find examples in our current collection, often showcasing unique cask finishes and age statements that rarely appear in official releases.

Available Now

We currently have a limited selection of independently bottled Benrinnes, including unique, one-off cask expressions. These are the kinds of bottles that rarely come around and once they’re gone, they’re gone.

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