Benromach 25 Years Old brings back the classic Speyside style

Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 11:09

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Benromach knows a thing or two about a touch of smoke. The Speyside distillery has something special in store for fans of older whisky: a 25-year-old Signature Range single malt that puts the brand’s distinctive character centre stage. It has spent a quarter of a century maturing in bourbon and sherry casks. But what exactly can you expect in your glass, and how much will this Scotch set you back?

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Benromach 25 Years Old brings back old-school Speyside style

Anyone who regularly pours a dram of Benromach knows the distillery likes to do things its own way. Speyside is best known for its fruity whiskies, but at Benromach, a hint of peat smoke has traditionally been part of the picture too.

That’s no coincidence. The distillery in Forres is dedicated to keeping the whisky style of yesteryear alive. Back when peat was widely used to dry malted barley, a smoky character was perfectly commonplace in Speyside.

The new Benromach 25 Years Old brings that traditional style together with long cask maturation. According to the distillery, it is the pinnacle of the Signature Range, which also includes the 10, 12, 15 and 21-year-old expressions.

What makes Benromach 25 Years Old so special?

For this single malt, Benromach selected whisky that had spent 25 years in bourbon and sherry casks. Each type of cask brings its own contribution to the finished whisky’s flavour profile. And it’s not just about the influence of the wood.

Benromach is keen to preserve the distillery’s original house style, even after such a long maturation. It also continues to use traditional production methods. The casks are filled by hand, for example, and the whisky matures in classic dunnage warehouses.

What does the new Benromach 25 Years Old taste like?

If smoke is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Benromach, this expression has plenty of fruit to discover too. The official tasting notes bring together berries, spiced fruit, nuts and mature oak.

According to Benromach, the whisky has the following characteristics:

Nose: Ripe berries, toffee apple and gentle smoke, with notes of cinnamon, ginger and poached pear.
Palate: Raisins and orange, followed by tropical fruit, dried banana, toasted almonds and a hint of pepper.
Finish: Full-bodied, with dried banana and the influence of mature oak.

The balance between fruit and smoke is particularly interesting. Benromach rates the smokiness at four out of ten, while the rich fruit scores seven out of ten.

This new release should appeal above all to whisky lovers who enjoy Benromach’s subtle smokiness and are curious to discover what a quarter-century of maturation can bring.

How much does Benromach 25 Years Old cost?

The Benromach website lists the 25 Years Old at £250. That puts it in the higher price bracket, although plenty of single malts of a similar age sell for considerably more. The whisky is also beginning to appear at European online retailers.

Either way, it’s a release worth keeping an eye on for collectors and fans of older Speyside whiskies.

A new milestone for the Scottish distillery

Benromach has had a turbulent history. Founded in 1898, the distillery lay silent for many years. Gordon & MacPhail acquired the business in 1993, and production resumed in 1998.

Since then, the distillery has remained true to its traditional approach. With the 25 Years Old, Benromach shows that its style also has room for whisky given an exceptionally long time in cask.

FAQ

How much does a bottle of Benromach 25 Years Old cost?
The official UK price is £250. European online retailers list it for €264.99 and €285.
What casks was Benromach 25 Years Old matured in?
The whisky matured for 25 years in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks.
Is Benromach 25 Years Old a smoky whisky?
It has a subtle smoky character, balanced by fruity, spicy and woody flavours.