Benrinnes 21 YO - Grand Crescendo (Special Releases 2024)

Benrinnes 21 YO - Grand Crescendo (Special Releases 2024), 55.4%

This Diageo Special Release 2024 expression has been “double matured, including American oak and European oak ex-wine casks”. I have heard the first 15 years were spent in refill casks, and then the final 6 years in ex-wine casks.

The Benrinnes 21 YO - Grand Crescendo (Special Releases 2024) goes on sale in Norway next week at NOK 5000 ().

Nose: Light with a hint of spice, yet rich and intriguingly complex.

Taste: Full-bodied and exceptionally spicy, with a sharp edge and a touch of perfumed character.

Finish: Medium-long, carrying a sharp, fruity profile with lingering perfumed notes.

Comment: Bold and distinctive.

Score 85/100

Sláinte
-Thomas