Benromach Contrasts: Peat Smoke 2014

This expression whisky Benromach Peat Smoke 2014 belongs to the Contrasts series, which allows the Benromach distillery to experiment beyond the traditional styles of the brand.

Contrasts: Peat Smoke uses peaty barley with a higher phenol content (e.g., 57 ppm). Distillation took place in 2014 and the whisky matured in first-fill bourbon casks, ultimately being bottled at 46% ABV.

The aroma reveals rich smoke, vanilla, citrus peel and subtle notes of apple, white chocolate.

The taste is smooth, with hints of toasted oak, honey, sweet ripe fruits, marshmallow, or lemon sorbet, all combined with sweet smoke. The finish is full, long-lasting with a trace of campfire (“bonfire embers”) and sweet peat.

This expression showcases Benromach's ability to create whisky with a pronounced peat character within the Speyside region, which is typically not known for strong peaty profiles — making it an interesting alternative for smoke lovers.