BenRiach 12-year-old

BenRiach

WB 83.6 618 оценок 46.0 %vol 12 лет 700

Sherry + Bourbon + Port Whiskybase

Бочки созревания/финиша

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Виски с насыщенным сладко-фруктовым профилем и заметным влиянием портвейновых и хересных бочек, где нос часто хвалят больше, чем вкус и финиш. Мнения расходятся: от высокой оценки и хорошего соотношения цены и качества до критики за водянистость, резкость и короткий финиш.

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В большинстве отзывов профиль описывается как насыщенный, сладкий и фруктовый, с нотами вишни, красных и тропических фруктов, джема, мёда, ванили, ириски, шоколада/какао, орехов и специй (белый перец, имбирь, корица). Неоднократно отмечается влияние портвейновых и хересных бочек и сочетание трёх видов бочек, что даёт сложность; крепость 46% ABV, нефильтрованность и доступную цену хвалят, называя виски хорошим повседневным вариантом. Нос часто считают лучшей частью — ароматный, сложный, с нотами красного вина, выпечки, лепестков белой розы и ванили, хотя одному дегустатору он показался сумбурным. При этом вкус нередко описывают как более водянистый, а финиш — коротким, сухим, простым, монотонным или быстро угасающим; вкус и финиш менее разнообразны, чем аромат. Есть и заметная критика и противоречия: жалобы на чрезмерную сладость, пересушенность от портвейновых бочек, резкую спиртуозность, дубовую терпкость, молочные и даже серные/рыбные ноты, а также сомнения в качестве бочек. Часть отзывов называет виски «не впечатляющим», «messy», слегка вяжущим, «good but far from great» и «all-purpose malt», одному не хватило глубины и интенсивности, а один прямо говорит, что это не улучшение относительно 10-летнего. В то же время есть очень положительные оценки вплоть до «young, but absolutely perfect». Отдельно отмечают, что виски требует времени после открытия: резкая пряность со временем уступает сладости, а после двух дней в бутылке вкус становится более округлым и интенсивным, хотя дуб и спиртовая резкость могут мешать, и нос с ртом расходятся.

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the_muskox Expert Senior 77 13 mar 2023 8:25 pm

Pretty good, but SO sweet. I tried this next to an ice-wine-finish Writer's Tears, and this was sweeter! Not an improvement on the 12 Sherry Oak that they used to bottle.

Will_iam Connoisseur 85 24 jul 2024 6:52 pm

нос 85 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

kroy Expert Junior 82 18 apr 2025 11:19 pm

Deep, complex, multi layer, dessert but also tart - sherry and port influence it.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	81	Sherry, sweet , dark fruits, vanilla, maple syrup
Вкус	82	Deep, sweet, tart, sherry, wood, vanilla, chocolate
Финиш	82	Long, tart, wood, sherry and port, pepper, long and warm

Birkan Member Junior 84 16 jun 2025 1:16 pm

Note for those who’d like to try it: Sure, they are not in the same class, but I believe BenRiach The Twelve has deeper notes than Talisker 10. It’s a whisky where the port cask influence is well-executed, and I’d recommend it especially for those wanting to try a port cask expression. As for the sherry character, I wouldn’t say it’s bad—it’s actually quite nice.

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Нос	85	There is a pronounced wine aroma—like a full-bodied red wine. As it continues to breathe, I can even sense the dryness that red wine gives on the palate, now in the nose. I’ll set aside the fruity wine presence for a moment and say this: I clearly get a sweetness that I would describe as simple sugar, yet it gives the impression of actually eating something sweet—like a cherry-chocolate cake with pastry cream. Yes, the cherry is very distinct. Red fruits are present, but it’s mostly cherry that stands out.
Вкус	85	The first thing to say is that the flavors are truly intense. As on the nose, red wine and cherry are strongly present. I believe it’s important in whisky for the palate to confirm and carry through what the nose suggests, and that’s what happens here. In the evolving notes, there's honey, and as the texture coats the palate, burnt orange peel comes in from the background toward the finish.
Финиш	85	The finish is quite oily and long-lasting. There’s spiciness, but it’s not black pepper—it spreads softly across the palate and is not at all disturbing. The honey from the palate evolves into a ripened sweet banana after a while—some bananas can create dryness, but this one doesn’t. About three minutes have passed, and I can still taste the red wine notes on my palate. If I don’t drink water, this might continue. For me, it’s a very pleasant and lengthy finish.

LukasJakubDrabek Shoplink Moderator — 03 mar 2021 4:04 pm

Ralfy review 866: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baCXLzXBMbg (80/100). "Now this immediately points me with the finger of suspicion at the caliber of casks used. These come across as recommissioned casks - big time! And I don't mean that as a compliment."

wisekyofcourse Connoisseur 83 10 jun 2021 4:58 pm

spicy bourbon barrel, more fruity also with PX and Port spices, spiciness, it's fatty, stewed fruit, fresh dates, prunes a vegetal return, more pepper, tannin, vanilla and a little banana cream at the end

нос 83 · вкус 82 · финиш 84

SRB Connoisseur 85 12 jun 2021 9:44 pm

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

Ana Chronist Expert Senior 81 19 aug 2022 8:40 am

нос 81 · вкус 82 · финиш 81

Captain.Islay Expert Senior 84 31 aug 2022 8:57 pm

Good start in Benriach, good drinking strength, alcohol well integrated, nice mouthfeel, more recommended for advanced users

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	83	Vanilla, Green Kiwi, Sawdust, Barley Grain, Green Banana, Orangeade
Вкус	85	Cream honey, white pepper, vanilla, some mint, eucalyptus, banana
Финиш	84	Short-Medium, Vanilla, Malt, Espresso, Orange Peel, Apricot

niggy1813 Expert Senior 87 30 sep 2022 3:00 pm

A very aromatic and complex whisky considering its age. The nose presents so many flavours. The palate is so full and smooth. The finish strong and spicy. Each of its three casks do a great job, with its own character, well combined and in harmony. A great 12 years old standard Speysider.

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Нос	88	There is a wealth of nuts, fruits like orange, figs, gooseberry, sweet pear and honey. If you focus on its maturation, you can find each of the three casks, really incredible. You could hold your nose in the glass forever.
Вкус	88	Soft and supple with a full body. There are spices, light fruits and a little sweetness. Almost as aromatic as the nose.
Финиш	85	Bitter, spicy, strong. Goes with a bang, but is then also gone.

Crushed_ldH Connoisseur 83 04 aug 2023 5:04 pm

Very solid 12-year-old whisky. You can immediately notice port cask influences.

нос 84 · вкус 84 · финиш 82

Damek Connoisseur 83 16 jan 2024 3:20 pm

83,50

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Нос	84	Nose: vanilla, toffee, caramel, red fruits, cranberries, strawberries, citrus fruits, oranges, dark fruit jam, orange jam, baked apples, cocoa, oak, honey. 84.00
Вкус	83	Taste: vanilla, honey, fruits, nuts, wood, dried red fruits, cranberries, a bit of tartness, a lot of spices, pepper, herbs. 83.50
Финиш	83	Finish: sweet and fruity, spicy, tart, lots of pepper, spices, nuts. 83.50

wbarchive_864627 Expert Senior 81 31 may 2024 1:44 pm

81- Nice nose for a 45-euro OB, very harmonious and intense, super juicy-fruity, but also malty and woody in well-measured proportions. Both fresh and mature, you can feel the distillate but also both sherry and bourbon influence. Toffee, floral, lightly spicy, never boring. Unfortunately, the palate is a drop off in comparison (not as rich, a bit watery, spicy but lacking depth), while the finish is just borderline competent (too dry, monotone and short). No big off-notes, though. Do not add water, this is already pretty soft as is, and water just magnifies the dryness. Not a problem, I think I will nose it neat, and, when I am satisfied, most of it will be used as a mixer during summer. Semi-recommended.

нос 84 · вкус 80 · финиш 78

munelicht Expert Junior 85 01 sep 2024 9:54 am

Overall, I think it's a solid, well-balanced entry-level whisky.

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Нос	86	Sweet fruits. Honey. Chocolate. Apples. Trees. As soon as you pour the wine into the glass, the fruit and honey aroma spreads. It’s sweet. It’s neither sticky nor light, but has a moderate intensity. After sniffing it a few times, the apple aroma gradually emerges. Maybe because it mixes with the fruity aroma before, it feels more like apple jam than the freshness of green apple. After some time, the sherry-based feeling disappears and it smells like a bourbon barrel. It seems like they didn’t use much sherry.
Вкус	85	Spices. Wood. Roasted fruit. The spice is quite strong. The main flavors are pepper and bitter wood. The roasted fruit flavor that was in the incense is alive a little bit. However, it feels like it is covered up by the spice and dead. When you put a little more on the tip of your tongue, the fruit flavor is stronger. The tingling sensation still remains. There is also a slightly nutty flavor.
Финиш	83	Spice. Tannin. Fruit. The finish is generally short. The spicy chilling sensation lingers. The fruitiness rises gently in the throat.

ankara4ever Member Junior 87 09 may 2025 10:40 pm

One of my all times favourites. Always a must have. Perfect price/performance. Sweety, deep honey, dried fruits with spices, mid-long finish.

JacobaEd Connoisseur 87 20 sep 2025 10:51 am

нос 86 · вкус 88 · финиш 86

PariLevi Expert Senior 83 29 dec 2025 7:00 am

нос 83 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

coldbear Expert Senior 82 17 feb 2026 2:51 pm

нос 83 · вкус 82 · финиш 82

wisekyofcourse Connoisseur 83 05 dec 2020 10:21 pm

nose: significantly more greedy than the 10, the 3 ° seems to boost this nose on pepper, dust and intense oak, more captivating mouth: silky, velvety, roundness, peppery spices, caramelized vanilla, a pastry side, baked fruit, a little banana final: short to medium, on the same scents with a PX sherry cask which gives pep for a 12 whisky, which stands out by name.

DramGoodLife Expert Senior 88 23 feb 2021 11:19 am

A well balanced and complex dram. For the price and age statement, it offers something different from the other distillery options in the Speyside region.

Damek Connoisseur 83 16 may 2023 9:48 pm

Nose: vanilla, toffee, caramel, red fruit, cranberry, strawberry, citrus, orange, dark fruit jam, orange jam, baked apples, cocoa, oak, honey. Palate: vanilla, honey, fruit, nuts, wood, dried red fruit, cranberry, a bit tart, lots of spices, pepper, herbs, Finish: sweet and fruity, spicy, tart, lots of pepper, spices, nuts. Rating: 83.50

BarleyMail Expert Senior 86 20 jun 2023 5:15 pm

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Нос	86	Strawberry jam, apricots, peach, caramel, vanilla, oranges. Sweet too.
Вкус	85	Oranges, peach, strawberries, caramel cloves, figs.
Финиш	86	medium; dried oranges, caramel and cloves. Great dram!

valasios Connoisseur 86 28 sep 2023 2:13 pm

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 86

LaphroaigRules Expert Senior 77 31 mar 2025 2:59 pm

нос 76 · вкус 80 · финиш 76

oskadelahoya Member Senior 86 12 jul 2025 4:55 pm

It's not easy to get this level of flavor in an entry level. This is Rachel's masterpiece. An entry bottle that will satisfy both newbies and oldies.

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 84

FindingsomeBottles Newbie 82 16 jul 2026 9:09 pm

not bad, but also not interesting taste like berried tiramisu

JNuyts Connoisseur 87 04 dec 2020 10:45 pm

нос 87 · вкус 86 · финиш 87

thewhiskeyjug Expert Senior 86 18 dec 2020 6:55 am

Aroma is sweet and fruity with a strong malty presence and light bits of spice that slowly rise and add to the complexity; Palate is good and darkly sweet with a malty core and a richer waxier delivery than the 10; Finish is nice and easy with a touch of wax at the end.

ZLako Expert Senior 84 01 may 2022 11:05 pm

N: fresh pastries, vanilla, dried apricots, sour berries, red overripe apples, grapes from the port cask P: sweet , with hints of berries, dried apricots, maltiness, christmas spices F: long, fruity and after an initial sweet burst it gets dry

dercaptain Connoisseur 86 21 sep 2022 10:42 pm

Immediately fruity on the nose, apple, pear and berries, smells nice and full, grain, also wood. Nice and sweet again in the mouth, fruity, red apple, wild berries, grain, soft, nice spice at the end.

Phalat Connoisseur 85 02 aug 2023 9:02 am

It is very similar to glendronach 12, you can feel the port barrel, 46% is very good percentage

нос 85 · вкус 86 · финиш 85

Rockwell Expert Senior 78 02 nov 2023 7:23 am

HammerHead Connoisseur 82 22 aug 2024 7:15 pm

Proper nosing experience with decent complexity. Gets a bit (too) dry in the development and finish, must be the port casks.

нос 84 · вкус 82 · финиш 81

Orchid31 Member Senior 82 15 sep 2024 7:29 pm

nose: vanilla, caramel, prunes, pastries, new leather, vinous, sweet, sparkling palate: spicy/sparkling, vinous liqueur, dark caramel (slight bitterness), honeyed, vanilla sweet, honeyed, caramel finish, hint of milk chocolate

PM_ROOT Expert Senior 83 11 apr 2025 12:31 am

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Нос	86	Sweet oak, red fruit (fig), citrus, red pepper.
Вкус	83	Spices, wood, slightly bitter, a bit dry, walnut. Flavor worse than on the nose, a bit watery.
Финиш	81	Medium long, a bit spicy, tart oak, unspectacular.

Griffi Newbie 75 29 sep 2026 8:11 pm

Gekregen. Mag voor mij zoeter

tester1277 Expert Senior 83 02 feb 2021 9:43 pm

A delicious whisky that a little water helps. Somewhat weakens in the finish. Overall, however, more intense and rounder than the 10 year old original.

MaltVader Connoisseur 83 30 may 2022 7:08 pm

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Нос	86	oak, red fruit, floral notes, a bit of citrus, spices - mainly pepper and nutmeg, apple, herbs, fashion
Вкус	83	Spices, pepper, a lot of wood, a bit of dust, barely perceptible fruit, a bit of herbs.
Финиш	80	short - medium, quite peppery, dominated by wood

Lorion Connoisseur 77 07 sep 2022 9:05 pm

Very tasty, a little more strength would be good. 77 points.

davidloosli Expert Senior 85 07 oct 2022 8:48 pm

Nomorewh Expert Senior 84 03 dec 2023 8:21 am

Koning Connoisseur 83 03 feb 2024 5:12 pm

A step up from the Original Ten. The port casks add depth without being overpowering. The luscious nose is the best part, the finish is a bit lacklustre.

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Нос	85	A fragant nose revealing redcurrants, cherries, vanilla, raisins and a sweet floral touch.
Вкус	84	Opens with raisins, vanilla biscuits, apricot and strawberries. As often the case with port casks a slight muddiness develops, although it is kept in check. Black tea, cinnamon and gingerbread develop before it runs out of steam.
Финиш	81	More fragile now. It is a bit dry, with sugared almonds, cloves and black tea. The fruits hide in the background now.

Defeatless Connoisseur 86 15 aug 2025 12:52 am

Decent price/quality wise. A friend to all and a good daily dram.

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Нос	87	The sherry is here, red fruit, marmelade, little sweet and sour.
Вкус	86	Decent splash of the sherry casks. Which give figs, leather and some dried strawberries.
Финиш	86	Medium length. Little dry. Again the sherry is more dominant here. Yet still decent.

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 84 06 jan 2026 9:52 pm

нос 85 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

lanakias1 Newbie 86 09 jan 2026 5:03 pm

A very challenging and unique whisky especially for beginners. At first I found it a bit heavy and austere but over time it won me over. First of all the specs are excellent. 46% ABV which gives it thickness and flavor and it is non-chill filtered. This means the whisky has retained all its natural oils. The price is great and very accessible. The nose has a sense of slight sweetness fruits caramel but also maltiness. The palate is very thick offering notes of caramel and fruits but mostly plenty of maltiness bread and cereals. The finish is long delivering an extra kick of maltiness. It is a very balanced whisky. Not overly sweet nor overly dry. It is malty serious and has just enough sweetness to flow nicely. It is oily thick with a robust mouthfeel and an excellent price. This makes it one of the best daily sippers on the market for me. You aren't afraid to finish the bottle since it doesn't cost 200 euros. It is an austere rich whisky. Certainly not for everyone but it won me over.

WithKeys Expert Senior 87 24 jul 2026 9:00 pm

Spicy with a touch of leather and a dark berry mix. I've had worse.

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	88	Fruit cocktail, dominant pear.
Вкус	86	Smooth, toffee-like, perfect.
Финиш	87	Plum-like, mild and sweet.

wbarchive_526950 Connoisseur 84 12 jan 2021 12:38 pm

The 3% more than the 10 is good for the nose and palate. I think the finish is a bit too simple

нос · вкус · финиш

Нос	85	fruity, light and dark fruits, sherry notes, slightly nutty sweet, spicy oak
Вкус	85	fruity, slightly sweet and malty, slightly acidic, slightly pepper, becoming nutty
Финиш	83	fruity finish, slightly sweet, but very simple and rather middle course

Stouby Expert Junior 72 01 dec 2021 9:32 pm

Golden. Bourbon and port wine dish. Nose dish, coconut and vanilla. Tastes great sweetness, but seems a bit grounded (sulfur) to me. The barrel online tasting.

HimiJendrix84 Member Senior 81 22 sep 2022 10:38 pm

нос 77 · вкус 90 · финиш 75

Wtrstrnghlt Expert Senior 82 22 oct 2022 10:33 pm

нос 82 · вкус 83 · финиш 80

slavo Expert Junior 83 06 jul 2023 10:07 pm

The taste is a bit of dark chocolate, lots of spices combined with fruit and slightly burnt wood.

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 84 19 oct 2023 8:09 pm

Amber color. Oily structure.

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Нос	85	You can immediately feel Sherry's influence. Dried fruits. Raisins. Red fruits. Powderiness. Tropical fruit underneath. Dark fruit. Forest fruits. Blueberries. Berries. On the other nose, maybe a bit of sweet coffee.
Вкус	82	Dark fruit. Dessert chocolate. Dark chocolate. Cocoa. Oily structure. Spices. White pepper. Ginger.
Финиш	83	Spices. Ginger. White pepper. Dried fruits. Raisins. Dark fruit. Berries, forest fruits. Oakwood. Cocoa. Black coffee. Medium-long finish. Maybe even quite long.

Lurkinglen Member Senior 82 05 jan 2024 4:13 pm

Tasted blind: unpeated, a little bit of lactic notes, fruit bubble gum, young-ish??. Empty glass: sweet oak, very friendly. Good but far from great. Another review stated "all-purpose malt" and that's what it is.

bl0wb4ck Expert Senior 85 30 aug 2024 2:56 am

Really solid standard. Thanks to the maturation in three different types of barrels, it brings some complexity, and the 46% ABV is also great.

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 84

Hegu Connoisseur 75 15 dec 2024 9:05 pm

Whisky matured in three different types of barrels.

CellarToberi Expert Senior 90 23 feb 2025 1:27 pm

Speysider with some sharp edges. Matured in ex-sherry casks, ex-bourbon casks, and ex-port casks. Non-chill filtered. Not coloured. Thick slow slowly forming primary legs. Thick slow secondary legs. Trailing droplets.

VLG Connoisseur — 26 jun 2025 3:32 pm

Batch: N1044190244 L110016661-1063 [2020?]

Michael_de_Wit Newbie 100 20 sep 2026 8:42 pm

super nice

OctoberStella Expert Senior 79 26 sep 2026 1:01 pm

besar Connoisseur 84 15 aug 2021 11:56 am

нос 83 · вкус 84 · финиш 84

TheWhiskybossch Connoisseur 83 13 dec 2023 6:38 pm

нос 83 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

kawhi Connoisseur 84 30 sep 2025 4:50 pm

A brief review when there is about 1/5 of a bottle left. The watery texture is a drawback, but the reduced spiciness actually improves drinkability. However, the two pros and cons combine to create a notable difference in score.

нос 85 · вкус 85 · финиш 83

Gunwald_Olseth Newbie 91 16 dec 2025 6:20 pm

Young, but absolutely perfect

Whisnyx Expert Senior 83 21 feb 2026 5:02 pm

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Нос	84	tart raspberry (fades quickly), noticeable alcohol prickle, citrus (lemony), faint lactic note, malty/grainy, floral, strong chili/peppery heat Opens with a sharp, sour-leaning raspberry note, but the alcohol hits fairly hard and makes the first sniff a bit uncomfortable. With time, the alcohol calms down—though the berry fades with it. A lemony citrus and a faint lactic tang remain, with a light cereal maltiness underneath. A separate, aggressive spicy note (almost capsaicin-like, like spicy food) keeps pushing at the nose.
Вкус	83	quite intense/irritating heat, oaky (wet wood), honeyed sweetness, lactic note, light citrus, berries, persistent alcohol, oily The arrival is fairly sharp and prickly. Damp-wood oak and a bitter edge come first, followed by a mid-level honey sweetness with a slightly tangy twist. As you roll it around, a faint lactic note and gentle citrus spread slowly, while the alcohol presence stays noticeable. There’s also a sweet-and-tart berry impression. With saliva, it gradually turns more oily in texture.
Финиш	83	honey, citrus, chili heat, oak, maltiness, slightly fishy/briny note Length: medium Honey sweetness carries through the swallow. On the exhale, citrus returns, and the spicy chili-like note stays assertive. Oak clings to the tongue with a tightening, nipping feel. Then a malty note and a slightly fishy/briny nuance appear before it settles into bitter, oaky dryness, with a medium-length finish.

cekiconur Expert Junior 84 02 jul 2026 3:03 am

Overall, I have no hesitation in saying I like it. While it might not rank at the very top among standard 12-year-old whiskies, I believe it holds a strong position; it is a lovely, relatively affordable whisky that is consistent across the nose, palate, and finish. There is perhaps a hint of spicy harshness on the palate, but it is truly not bothersome the 10-year-old smoky expression was far more spicy and burning. Considering its performance relative to the price, it is very satisfying; I would certainly buy it again and keep it on my shelf. Cheers.

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Нос	85	Upon opening the bottle, my initial impressions were of distinct sherry notes immediately followed by the scent of chocolate. After letting it sit in the Glencairn glass for about 10–15 minutes, I detect a vibrant, aromatic blend of fresh and dried sweet grapes. There are notes reminiscent of roasted hazelnuts, walnuts, and their shells suggesting a wealth of nuts along with a hint of dry oak; chocolate and cocoa powder constantly accompany these aromas, creating a truly satisfying sensory experience. After another 10 minutes, the profile shifts toward intense, sweet dark caramel, a touch of cinnamon, and very ripe, candied apple or perhaps dried apple, though it leans more towards a baked apple character. Beneath these deep aromas, there is also a faint, distant whisper of vanilla.
Вкус	83	My impressions from the very first micro-sip: compared to the "Smoky Ten" version, it is noticeably smoother and more aromatic distinctly spicy, yet balanced and not harsh. It lacks an oily, creamy texture but isn't watery either; there is a slight dryness, and I would describe the body as medium. I detect notes of sweet fresh apple, a hint of citrus zest, light tobacco, a touch of honey, and perhaps a hint of sweet raisin and caramel. With the second and third sips, I notice the apple flavor shifting toward dried apple as it mingles with the spices; subtle notes of coffee and roasted hazelnut emerge just before swallowing. I should also add that if I hold it in my mouth a bit longer, after a few sips, I pick up more toasted dark oak spices and notes of whole black peppercorn.
Финиш	83	On the finish, as it immediately moves down the throat, the final flavors lingering from the palate roasted hazelnut and coffee, perhaps with a hint of cocoa bean or powder persist briefly; these are followed by a warmth best described as roasted oak and black peppercorn. As this warmth dissipates, notes of coffee and a touch of chocolate re-emerge, while distinct impressions of dried apple and a hint of raisin appear in the aromas perceived near the close when exhaling through the nose. I find myself wavering between classifying the finish as medium-length and considering it slightly longer.

stalker1971 Expert Senior 84 05 jul 2026 3:01 pm

нос 84 · вкус 84 · финиш 83

xray010 Member Senior 72 14 sep 2026 9:19 pm

Nice for the price

Svjatogor Expert Senior 76 11 jan 2021 10:06 pm

n: sour, sherry, port t: light, sweet, port a: sherry, port

Hlektrion Connoisseur 82 27 feb 2022 10:22 pm

нос 83 · вкус 82 · финиш 81

90ClubWhisky Connoisseur 84 25 jul 2022 7:28 pm

Amber color. Clear oiliness.

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Нос	84	Pretty rich nose. Yellow fruit in a sweet pickle. Peaches in syrup. Citrus. Spices. Light spices. Ginger. White pepper. Lemons, oranges. Sweet sponge cake soaked in lemon juice. Hazelnut traces. Light notes of dried fruit, quite sweet. Raisins. Some chocolate. With the next nose, more stewed fruit. Raisins and prunes. Lots of pastry. Sweet sponge cake.
Вкус	83	Sweetness. Yellow fruit in a sweet pickle. Lots of cake. Then some oak comes in. Dark chocolate. Spices. Cinnamon and ginger. Dessert chocolate. Traces of dried fruit. Raisins.
Финиш	81	Dessert chocolate. Coffee traces. Cocoa. Spices. Delicate spice. Ginger. Cinnamon. Pastry. Light bitterness of oak. Maybe some cedar wood. Medium-length finish.

riven1824 Expert Senior 81 31 may 2023 4:35 pm

нос 81 · вкус 81 · финиш 82

kawhi Connoisseur 84 09 may 2024 6:52 pm

When it first opened, it had a strong spice that made me think it was pepper-infused water. Everything from the aroma to the taste and finish was spicy, so I put it away in the warehouse after drinking a little. As time passes and the spiciness subsides, the various layers of scent and the sweetness that penetrates this bottle become stronger. Of course, the taste when just opened or after aeration is a matter of preference, but personally, I think it is a drink that requires some time. The three casks are properly mixed to diversify the layers of aroma, but the taste and finish are not as diverse. If you crave a slightly spicy whisky on a daily basis, wouldn't Benriac 12 be right for you?

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Нос	85	I remember when it first opened, the spicy scent was quite strong. After opening, it was aerated at 80% for about 3 to 4 months, so the spicy smell was greatly reduced. - The sweet scent of maple syrup is quite strong when you first smell it. There is some honey scent mixed with a bright floral scent, but the sticky sweet scent like maple syrup is stronger. - A musty sherry scent reminiscent of dried apricots and raisins. A moderately musty sherry nuance that is not biased towards the extremes of lightness and heaviness. - Soft cacao flavor of milk chocolate. A chocolate sensation that gently melts on the tongue. - The above milk chocolate and sweetness are combined, and a slightly dusty toffee nuance is also felt. - It is difficult to choose exactly one type of berry, but it has a jam-like fruity flavor created by mixing various berries such as blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and black currants. You can barely feel the citrus of the berries, and the scent is like a berry mix. It also feels like apple jam. - Orange citrus with almost no sour taste. - A little cinnamon spice. And a slightly charred oak nuance. : N Summary - You can feel the mixture of 3 casks from the scent. You can feel the various layers, and there is a richness that comes from the cask.
Вкус	85	- When you first take it into your mouth, you feel a strong sweet scent like maple syrup, the oily and soft sweetness of toffee, and the soft but bitter cacao scent of dark chocolate. A feeling of cacao and a slight hint of oak are mixed together. It has a slightly dusty feel. - The sharp spice of pepper is the most dominant, and a little bit of cinnamon and clove spice add nuance. - You can feel the citrus and scent of orange with less acidity, and a fruity scent like berry mix jam. However, unlike the scent, the nuances of raspberry and strawberry are more focused, and it gives the feeling of a bit of blueberry mixed in, giving it a different berry mix jam feel than the scent. - As you can feel the vanilla scent, the mocha flavor you felt from the mocha bun comes up. There is a slight nuance of raw tobacco mixed in. It has a slightly watery texture and feels like black tea. : P Summary - Sweet and soft, but with a hint of spice that doesn't seem easy.
Финиш	83	The finish is medium length. - The sweet scent, somewhere between oily and sweet toffee and honey with a bright floral scent, is felt strongly from the beginning. - Black tea scent with a slightly watery feel. - It still has a strong berry mix jam-like nuance, but the raspberries are slightly more emphasized. There is also a slight hint of raisin mixed in. - The spice of pepper is the main focus, with a hint of clove and cinnamon. - It leaves a slightly oily texture and has a nutty taste. At the same time, it feels like the bitter taste of dark chocolate, mixed with a little bit of okkiness. : F Summary - An extension of taste.

Alp_Ozalp Expert Senior 85 06 dec 2024 12:49 pm

GJvK Newbie 85 29 dec 2024 11:03 pm

Echte nip-whisky, geen doorzuiper maar heerlijk genieten.

Sanma Expert Senior 84 23 feb 2025 9:09 am

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Нос	84	Honey, nuts, chocolate, dried fruit, floral, apple
Вкус	85	Dried fruit, orange, honey, nuts, vanilla, apple, wood
Финиш	84	Nuts, chocolate, ginger, wood

2ndSip Connoisseur 84 13 feb 2021 6:11 pm

fruity and spicy on the nose. The taste is then clearly more spicy than fruit. Good standard whisky, but a few more sherry notes in the taste would have been good. He gives the impression that mainly ex-bourbon barrels were used and not quite as many sherry barrels. Somehow I don't get anything from the port. With a follow-up test I now come to 84/100; before that 82/100. [85 - 81 = delicious -> get a second bottle if price is within the range]

WhiskyLovingPianist Connoisseur 82 27 may 2021 11:34 am

https://whiskylovingpianist.wordpress.com/2021/05/27/spotlight-on-benriach-a-world-of-flavour/ N: Made up of bourbon barrels, sherry casks, and port casks, a sweeter grape-led cask commitment over the 10yo translates as even more tannins in addition to the [cask] sappiness. Descriptors of note include honey over apples, a hint of grape-y cannabis ~ camphor,… T: More fruitiness [again] in the form of milky toffee into stewed apples, cherries, [foam candy] bananas,.. but these are peripherals. In the main, we’ve more sawdusty and tannic action which makes this feel far stronger/fiercer than 46%, but let’s not forget that it’s Benriach’s ‘hit/punch’ that is the appeal,.. and not the turn-off as it might be for others like myself – one man’s opinion and all that. F: Far from ‘A World of Flavour’, it moves between just a few limited vista points, all very cask driven with a milky dry finish. Even our host talks of the spice tingles coming from the oak,… Enough from me already. C: I prefer this to the 10yo with regards to colour characteristics, but my palate already feels stripped and we are only two drams in.

Echnaton Expert Junior 85 01 aug 2021 8:22 pm

A BenRiach as I like it, fruity, chocolatey, very balanced, beautiful, pleasant whisky, not too demanding, very tasty ..

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Нос	86	Very nice balanced nose, fruity, vanilla and some coffee are my present impressions. Very nice and pleasant overall impression.
Вкус	86	Malty, sweet, fruity. All three barrels add something to the balanced overall impression, milk chocolate goes through my head as a present superficial taste note.
Финиш	84	Medium-long finish with a light oak spice.

Robinzon25 Connoisseur 83 12 feb 2022 8:12 pm

Pleasant berry-fruity whisky, with a good combination of sour and sweet tones.

Chiron Member Senior 85 27 feb 2022 4:23 am

DramALife Connoisseur 83 23 may 2023 10:44 pm

S 7 It's not essentially an improvement from The Ten. 81-85 - Another dram welcomed H2H Tasting The Original Ten - WB165510 -83 The Twelve - WB165512 - 83 The Smoky Ten - WB165511 - 81 The Smoky Twelve - WB165513 - 81 Malting Season First Edition - WB189361 - 83 21yo Tawny Port Finish - WB85034 - 85

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Нос	82	Slightly oily malt. Honey-roasted meat. Red apples. Mildly floral, lavender in particular. Getting cleaner over time.
Вкус	84	A lot more vanilla and honey. Rich and fruity. Fairly peppery. Good strength. Fortified wine influence in this. Creamy red fruits. Some cinnamon and nutmeg.
Финиш	82	Medium finish. Peppery and fruity.

plutoes Expert Senior 83 24 may 2024 8:14 am

Decent dram. It's better when you sip it quick, as good notes fades away rather quickly in the palette.

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Нос	83	Unrefined sugar syrup, maple syrup, grape pudding, blueberry, milk chocolate, roasted barley, fresh wood, hints of woodwork tape and prune.
Вкус	83	Honey, ginger, roasted barley, cassia, orange albedo, sweet potato skin, coffee bean, hazelnut, orange pulp.
Финиш	82	Medium in strength, short to medium in length. Orange, hazelnut, coffee bean, roasted barley, maple syrup, fresh wood.

Petitcham Expert Senior 85 11 feb 2025 10:56 am

Butterscotch, boiled stone fruits, nuts including walnuts, deep oak, and bitter taste from behind

Odoaker Member Junior 84 29 jun 2026 1:49 am

An interesting and enjoyable whisky with the ambition to be something more than just an everyday dram.

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Нос	83	Citrus fruits and apples.
Вкус	85	Vanilla, green apples, honey, port, and a touch of sherry. There's quite a bit going on, but it remains fairly entry-level in character. It lacks a little depth, intensity, and overall quality.
Финиш	84	Spicy and rather short, with notes of fruit salad.

Wal Expert Junior 85 31 jul 2026 10:29 pm

Aroma: rich, variable, wonderful combination of barrels, port wine plays with sherry, raspberries, caramel, a little strawberry, dark chocolate, prunes, dried dark berries, spices 85.5 Taste: thick, spicy, coffee, raspberries, strawberries, caramel, molasses, raspberry syrup, malt, prunes 85.5 Finish: medium-long, oak, spices, berry syrup 85

нос 86 · вкус 85 · финиш 85

markjedi1 Connoisseur 84 10 oct 2020 6:45 pm

Step Up Next to the new ten years old entry level malt – christened The Original Ten – there is also a new twelve years old concocted by Rachel Barrie, the master blender at BenRiach. For this whisky she married bourbon, sherry and port casks. Tidbit of knowledge: the new range is not colored. Wonderfully fruity nose with lots of blackberries, quince and blood orange. Add a good dollop of maple syrup and a hint of origin chocolate. This is very good indeed. Nicely creamy on the palate, it offers hazelnuts, rum raisins, mocha and baked apples. Quite some baker’s spices kick in and again the blood oranges surface, peel included. Rich and round. The finish is very long – surprisingly long in fact – on mocha, maple syrup and dried fruit with candied orange peel at the death. Quite a step up from The Original Ten. Around 40 to 45 EUR, which it clearly merits. This one goes into the cabinet.

Hsh Expert Senior 79 20 mar 2022 9:49 am

Benriak 12 3.95 79 A little bit of sherry vanilla, halfway between Glenalaki 12 and Bunahaven 12 The fragrance is the most present and distinct among the three entry types. Herbs are also good for the finish. Slightly astringent and slightly light hazelnuts There seems to be some stuff in it, and the balance isn't bad, but it feels messy to me. Feels like a sample of the whisky I was drinking

нос 78 · вкус 80 · финиш 79

MrYens Connoisseur 86 25 jun 2022 11:11 am

YD84 Expert Senior 86 04 jul 2022 12:07 am

нос 86 · вкус 87 · финиш 86

Totoro Connoisseur 86 18 mar 2023 10:11 pm

For around 40 € a very solid, spicy, multi-layered and above all not at all boring "all-purpose malt", which can be poured for both whisky newcomers and maltheads and which may not completely knock anyone off their stool, but just as little will offend anyone. In terms of quality, I have to think of Rachel Barrie's Glendronach 15, although it was a good bit more expensive, but I didn't really like it any better. bottle empties suspiciously fast; I could imagine buying it again.

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Нос	86	Really successful and also quite complex due to the barrel mix. Contrary to some descriptions, I don't find that the port (too) dominates the nose. Does everything fit together harmoniously or mix to form a coherent whole. Looks older and fuller to me than most entry-level 12-year-olds, which justifies the slightly higher price for me.
Вкус	86	Proper spice and almost a bit of mustiness from the strong wine barrels, marzipan, wild berries, honey sweetness, pleasantly dense and oily body thanks to the 46%. Goes through a nice development on the palate, in which everything from acidity to sweetness and spiciness/spiciness is actually included.
Финиш	85	Lots of spicy oak at the end, paired with notes of red fruit juice.

Budzogan Member Junior 91 07 jan 2024 7:56 pm

For me even better than Glenmorangie 14. Good job Rachel.

Fdu17 Expert Senior 84 22 oct 2024 10:29 pm

нос 85 · вкус 83 · финиш 83

Kikip Expert Senior 84 07 aug 2025 7:41 pm

нос 84 · вкус 83 · финиш 84

Christopher.iron Expert Senior 82 13 may 2026 8:33 pm

Got a sample at the distillery. Not bad for a daily dram.

MadScientist Connoisseur 85 20 dec 2020 10:50 pm

нос 86 · вкус 84 · финиш 85

The_Osprey Expert Senior 85 18 sep 2021 10:19 am

BenRiach 12yo The Twelve, 46%, 'three cask matured' - sherry, bourbon and port. Consumed Jun/Jul 2021. Deep amber colour. Aroma is vanilla, soapy, honey scented hand wash, some white rose petals, some tired oak, faint raspberry, someone added too much egg to the Victoria sponge recipe. A bit of a muddled nose for me but nothing bad there. Body is fairly oily. Taste is popping candy, increasingly fruity and sherried over time, spicy-raspberry-dried fruit European oak, some chilli and raspberry on the linger along with some chocolate covered wafer biscuit. Absolutely a grower. Up front I felt like this was fairly pedestrian but that impression diminished as it started to get me drunk..I mean as the flavours developed in the glass. This seems like the sort of whisky that you'd have no problem drinking a 70cl bottle of, as it would just keep growing on you. Good. 3.55/85

aw-home Connoisseur 82 03 oct 2021 10:04 am

WhiskeyfanRoy Expert Junior 83 19 may 2022 6:41 pm

Looking at the Master blender & 46% abv on the bottle, I was very much looking forward to it at first. But in the end it's a pity that the taste didn't convince me. Maybe wait some time and let the air get more exposure to perform better? Let me wait a few more days to see it! The taste score is 82 and the price doesn't affect the score. Update: After 2 days, the taste in the bottle became much more rounded and more intense tropical fruit aromas appeared! The aroma turned out to be very good, as I expected, and I give it high marks for the aroma! But the taste in the mouth is still the main axis of oak, and the irritation of alcohol still interferes with the taste buds, it is really strange, why the feeling in the nose and the mouth can be so different? The overall score should improve to 83, but that's still a low score for what I expected from Benriach. If it can improve the alcohol irritation in the mouth, this whisky will definitely be better!

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