BenRiach The Twelve Three Cask Matured is the core 12-year expression from BenRiach Distillery in Longmorn, Speyside presenting the distillerys multi-cask philosophy at the standard age statement with three distinct cask types (ex-bourbon American oak, Oloroso sherry, and Pedro Ximnez) contributing to a balanced, fruit-forward, and accessible Speyside character.

The Three Cask Matured descriptor identifies the specific cask combination ex-bourbon providing vanilla and grain sweetness, Oloroso sherry adding dried fruit and warm spice, and PX contributing concentrated sweetness and dark fruit. At 12 years the three-cask combination is well-integrated and presents the full BenRiach house style at its most accessible age statement. Browse all Scotch whisky at Wooden Cork.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Three Cask Matured mean?

Three Cask Matured means the whisky has been aged in three distinct cask types simultaneously or sequentially ex-bourbon American oak, Oloroso sherry butts, and Pedro Ximnez sherry casks. Each contributes a distinct flavour character that combines in the final expression.

Is BenRiach The Twelve a good introduction to multi-cask Scotch?

Yes the 12-year is the most accessible and affordable expression of BenRiachs multi-cask philosophy. The balanced combination of bourbon, Oloroso, and PX character at this age statement makes it an ideal introduction to what layered cask maturation achieves in Speyside single malt.

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