Tasting Notes
- Nose: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, orange peel, honey, subtle oak spices
- Palate: Rich toffee, stewed apples, cinnamon, vanilla cream, roasted nuts, gentle smoke
- Finish: Medium to long with lingering sherry sweetness, warm spices, dark chocolate
Product Details
| Spirit Type | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
|---|---|
| ABV | 46% |
| Volume | 700ml |
| Age Statement | 13 Years |
| Distillery | Ben Nevis Distillery |
| Region | Scottish Highlands |
| Barrel Type | Oloroso and Bourbon Hogsheads |
| Chill Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Added Coloring | None |
Perfect For
- Whisky Collectors: Independent bottlings from Scotland's oldest independent bottler
- Highland Whisky Exploration: Discovering Ben Nevis distillery's robust character
- Neat Sipping: Complex flavors that evolve beautifully in the glass
- Special Occasions: Sharing a premium Scottish single malt with discerning friends
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cadenhead's Ben Nevis 13 Year taste like?
This Highland single malt offers rich toffee and stewed apple flavors with cinnamon and vanilla cream, complemented by the dark chocolate and dried fruit influence from Oloroso sherry casks. The bourbon hogsheads add honey sweetness and gentle oak spices throughout.
Is Cadenhead's Ben Nevis good for cocktails?
While this 13-year-old single malt can enhance premium cocktails like Rob Roys or Whisky Sours, its complexity and age make it best appreciated neat or with a splash of water to fully experience the dual cask maturation.
How should I drink Cadenhead's Ben Nevis 13 Year?
Serve neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature, or add a few drops of water to open up the aromas. The non-chill filtered bottling at 46% ABV provides excellent mouthfeel and flavor intensity without being overpowering.
What makes Cadenhead's different from other Scotch bottlers?
Cadenhead's is Scotland's oldest independent bottler, established in 1842, and they bottle all whiskies non-chill filtered without added coloring. This preserves the whisky's natural character and provides authentic expressions of each distillery's house style.
Is this Ben Nevis similar to other Highland whiskies?
Ben Nevis produces notably robust Highland whiskies with more body than typical Speyside malts. This expression combines the distillery's characteristic strength with the elegance of sherry cask maturation, making it ideal for fans of Dalmore or GlenDronach.
You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.