Ben Nevis Ruby Port Cask Whisky 21 Year Old · 1990 Vintage

Colour

Deep ruby-tinged amber with a warm copper glow.

Nose

Opulent, red-fruited aromatics of ripe cherries, plums and blackberries, steeped in ruby port sweetness. A velvety veil of vanilla and toasted oak frames cacao, toffee and spice—cinnamon and nutmeg—while hints of leather and raisins add depth. Luxurious, dessert-like and inviting, with a satiny aromatic pull.

Palate

Full-bodied and velvety, with a glycerin-rich mouthfeel. Red fruit richness from the Ruby Port cask—cherry, plum, raisin—lends sweetness beside dried fig. Rich cocoa and espresso notes mingle with toasted oak and spice, delivering warmth. The finish is long and port-laden, with soft tannins and a lingering, warming glow.

Finish

An exceptionally long finish, where ruby port sweetness coats the palate with black cherry and fig, mingling with dark chocolate and integrated oak. Spices rise softly as the warmth persists, leaving a velvety, polished impression that lingers well after the last sip.