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Benromach Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Invererne Rd., Forres, Moray IV36 3EB Scotland
Tel: +44 (0)1309 675968 / Fax: +44 (0)1343 540155

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Benromach Distillery Company was founded in 1898 by Duncan MacCallum of Glen Nevis Distillery. Right from the very start, there where obstacles. The building of Benromach was set for completion at the end of 1898, however the timing was unfortunate as a major depression hit the Scotch whisky industry. F.W. Brickmann - a whisky broker and original partner - had to withdraw the following year due to financial troubles and MacCallum had difficulty finding buyers for his product. Over the next 50 years, the distillery changed hands several times before coming under the new ownership of Scottish Malt Distillers. It operated for another 30 years until it closed its doors on March 24, 1983.

Ten years later in 1993, Gordon and MacPhail bought the Benromach Distillery. As the next few years passed, planning was well underway for the distillery's revival. A major ovehaul was in process and the distillery was re-equipped with specially designed and commissioned new stills, a mash tun, and remoulded wash backs.

In 1998 and nearly 100 years after Benromach's first distillation, production resumed once again at the distillery. It was officially reopened by H.R.H. Prince of Wales on October 15, 1998 and it was no surprise to see guests and visitors from all over the world in attendance of this grand opening ceremony. Prince Charles was offered a tasting of special centenary bottling of Benromach. There were only 3500 bottles of this limited edition worldwide.

More good news was to follow...In 1999, the Malt Whisky Center opened its doors and welcomed visitors from all over the world. And in 2004,
Benromach Traditional Single Malt Scotch Whisky was launched. This is the first whisky distilled after the reopening in 1998 and it's the first whisky distilled by Gordon and MacPhail.  


BENROMACH CENTENARY 17 YEAR OLD

Nose: Fat and full, the sherry influence is subtle yet quite enveloping. Just a hint of peat reek on the breeze.

Palate: An immediate oak impact is softened by the clearly defined malt.

Finish: Remains oaky with the sherry re-emering to soften things and give a fruity edge.

Comment: Really well structured; a gentle dram that was finished with the use of the oldest casks in Speyside. A very elegant whisky with which to mark bith the centenary
and the re-opening of this fine dram.
Tasting Notes by Jim Murray
 

The Benromach Distillery &
Malt Whisky Centre
The Malt Whisky Centre, formerly the drier house, opened its door to welcome visitors in 1999. Sit in the 'wee nook' and watch a video depicting the history of Gordon & MacPhail. Enjoy guided tours from their friendly staff or from ‘the man behind the malt’, Distillery Manager, Keith Cruickshank. Browse round the gift shop, enjoy a tutored nosing, wander through our museum or exclusively bottle your own unique bottle of Benromach. Language sheets available.

Opening Times

October to April

Monday to Friday
10am - 4pm (last tour 3.00pm)
(Closed from 21st December 2007 - 31st January 2008)

May to September
Monday to Saturday
9.30am - 5pm (last tour 4.00pm)

Open also on Sundays in June, July and August from 12 noon - 4pm (last tour 3.00pm)

Admission Charges
Adult (18 years and over) £3.50
(includes a voucher for £2.50 redeemable at the Distillery against purchases of £25.00 and over)

Groups: Groups of 12 and over are welcome – please phone in advance: Tel: +44: (0)1309 675968

Directions
Benromach Distillery with its distinctive near-100 foot red brick chimney rising above neat white buildings, is 500 yards on the north side of the Forres by-pass (Aberdeen-Inverness A96 road). Leave by-pass at the sign marked "Waterford", then follow road over level crossing.

Contact Us
Benromach Distillery & Malt Whisky Centre
Invererne Road
Forres, Moray
IV36 3EB Scotland
Tel: +44
01309 675968
Email: Benromach Distillery

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