Ben Nevis 2013 10 Year Old Mingle into darkness Cask 78.84 - The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Smell

From the very first sniff, it is clear that a lot is happening here! A wave of dark berries meets a tart freshness reminiscent of blackberries and a hint of lemon. At the same time, a deep sweetness resonates - brown sugar mixes with fresh hay and a hint of crusty bread. Everything seems extremely concentrated, almost compressed, as if the barrel has condensed all the flavours into a very small space over the years.

Taste

The first sip? A powerful start. Malty sweetness covers the tongue like a velvety film, followed by a mixture of red fruits, creamy coconut notes and voluminous oak. The power of the old sherry cask is immediately noticeable here: spice, strength and depth dominate without tipping the whisky into extremes. The balance between sweet malt, berry freshness and heavy oak notes makes it an exciting powerhouse.

Finish

Long, warming and dry. The fruitiness gives way to a spicy mixture of cinnamon, tobacco and a hint of cranberry. Over time, a pleasant bitterness develops that is reminiscent of dark chocolate and brings the whole thing to an elegant close.