1995 Ben Nevis 21 Year Old "Faultline" Refill Bourbon Hogshead Cask Strength Single Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

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This incredible collaboration between Alexander Murray and K&L marks the first batch of Faultline casks we've had in years. A cask must meet two essential criteria to be included in this special program: it must be absolutely exceptional, and it must offer the best possible value for our customers. As the global whisky boom continues to surge, sources have become increasingly scarce—and with scarcity comes rising prices. The great casks we do find are now less likely to be offered under our own brand, as suppliers prefer to take credit for them under their own labels. That’s what makes this particular find so remarkable. Ben Nevis is an unbelievably good distillery, yet it’s rarely available in the United States. Located on Scotland’s western coast in the town of Fort William, its ownership by a Japanese company means most of its whisky is exported to Japan. This gorgeous old hogshead—filled once previously and crafted from American oak—delivers the rich texture and depth we expect from Ben Nevis, but without the saltpeter or sulfur that can sometimes appear in their heady distillate. Pungent and nearly extreme, the nose is a concentrated particle beam of fruit and malt flavor. This cask is all about freshness, maturity, and balance. While it may not seem as flashy on paper as some others, the sheer purity of its aromatics and the unrelenting energy of this malt will leave a lasting impression on anyone fortunate enough to secure a bottle.