Ben Nevis 1996 27 Year Old Whisky Sponge Edition 58B | Decadent Drinks

A Cult Independent Highland Release

Distilled at Ben Nevis in 1996 and bottled in 2024 for Decadent Drinks’ acclaimed Whisky Sponge series, this 27 year old single malt represents one of the more distinctive contemporary independent releases from the distillery. Matured in a refill butt and finished in a second fill sherry butt, the release balances old-style Highland weight with the playful and highly recognisable presentation style that has made Whisky Sponge increasingly sought after among collectors and enthusiasts.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Waxy orchard fruits, honeyed malt, citrus peel, soft earthiness, and gentle sherry influence layered over mineral Highland character.
• Palate: Oily and textured with preserved lemon, ripe stone fruits, vanilla cream, barley sugars, subtle spice, and elegant oak.
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering waxiness, dried fruit, soft spice, citrus oils, and mature malt complexity.

Specifications

• Classification: Scotch Whisky
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Highlands, Scotland
• Distillery: Ben Nevis
• Bottler: Decadent Drinks
• Series: Whisky Sponge Edition 58B
• Distilled: 1996
• Bottled: 2024
• Age: 27 Years
• ABV: 55.0%
• Volume: 700ml
• Cask Type: Refill Butt Finished in a 2nd Fill Sherry Butt
• No. of Bottles: 301
• Presentation: Bottle Only

About the Distillery

Founded in 1825 at the foot of Scotland’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis has developed a reputation for producing robust and character-driven Highland whisky with a distinctive waxy and mineral style. Long appreciated by enthusiasts and independent bottlers, older Ben Nevis releases have become increasingly collectible as global demand for traditionally styled Scotch whisky continues to grow.

The distillery’s spirit is often recognised for its oily texture, layered fruit character, and subtle industrial complexity, contributing to the cult following surrounding mature single cask releases.

About the Bottling

The Whisky Sponge series by Decadent Drinks has become one of the most recognisable modern independent bottling ranges, combining high quality mature whisky with intentionally unconventional artwork and presentation. Despite the playful aesthetic, releases are selected with serious attention to spirit quality and individuality.

This 27 year old Ben Nevis reflects the mature and spirit-driven profile that has made older examples from the distillery increasingly difficult to source, particularly within highly limited independent releases.

Archive Notes

Please review all product images carefully. Minor cosmetic wear to labels, capsules, or packaging may be present due to age, long-term storage, or secondary-market sourcing.

Natural variation in fill level, packaging condition, and label ageing can occur in collectible whisky releases and forms part of their individual character.

Archive Release

Privately sourced and released in strictly limited quantities. Availability is finite and unlikely to be repeated once sold.

Not every bottle is meant to be found.