Benromach Distillery Forres releases limited 'London Bartenders Edition' single cask whisky

A local business has launched a limited edition drink overseen by industry experts in the UK capital during its production.

Benromach Distillery’s single cask bottling, The London Bartenders Edition, was developed with Milroy’s of Soho following events involving bartenders from across the city – to celebrate, Benromach will donate over £2000 to Hospitality Action to support the industry after a challenging two years.

Distillery manager, Keith Cruickshank, confirmed the cask strength whisky will be sold exclusively at London’s top bars and restaurants.

He said: “It’s smoky, zesty and bold. It will be interesting to see how other bartenders interpret the dram and how they plan on serving it – neat, over ice or in a creative cocktail.”

Benromach and Milroy’s recently challenged eight bartenders to put their skills to the test in Benromach’s first-ever industry cocktail competition. Taking place at The Vault at Milroy’s of Soho, competitors were given a choice of three Benromach single malts as the base spirit, a table of ingredients and a mystery wildcard ingredient. With just 30 minutes to concoct their drinks, the bartenders went head to head as they presented their creations.

Jake Lovell-Hewitt from Publiq was crowned winner on the day with his Green Apple and Cedarwood Sour creation, using Benromach Organic single malt.

All of the bartenders were treated to a trip to Forres for a guided tour and tasting at Benromach Distillery.