The Speyside-based Benromach Distillery, has announced the launch of a new flagship release.

Benromach 12 Year Old (46% ABV), which joins the distillery’s signature range alongside its 15 and 21 Year Old expressions, is a single malt Scotch whisky, matured exclusively in first-fill Sherry casks.

This latest release is said to deliver notes of spiced cinnamon buns and stewed raisins on the nose, followed by rich fruitcake, vibrant raspberry, orange, cracked pepper and gentle smoke on the palate.

Located in the historic town of Forres, Benromach Distillery was founded in 1898 and acquired by family-owned Gordon & MacPhail in 1993. The distillery was carefully restored and reopened in 1998, with the aim of reviving a lost Speyside whisky style. Using time-honoured methods, Benromach creates award-winning whiskies with a delicate hint of smoke, reflecting the character of Speyside single malts of years gone by.

Commenting on the launch, Murdo Mackenzie, Benromach Distillery Manager, said: “This release marks an exciting milestone for the distillery. As our whisky stocks have continued to mature, introducing a 12-year-old single malt has always been part of our long-term vision. It’s allowed us to create a rich whisky with great depth, all while staying true to our distinctive, subtly smoky character. With an ABV of 46%, we’re able to showcase more of the whisky’s natural character, texture and flavour.”

Stuart Urquhart, Operations Director and fourth-generation family member, added: “This release feels really special to all of us here at Benromach. At our family-owned distillery, we’ve worked hard to recreate the character that once defined our home here in Speyside – a rich single malt whisky with a delicate hint of smoke – and this spirit does just that. The team has put their heart and soul into making this whisky, and we can’t wait to share it. And lovers of our 10-year-old single malt needn’t worry; it will still be readily available.”

Benromach 12 Year Old will be available later this month via the distillery’s website and specialist retailers, for a RRP of £45.00.