The Antelope Ben Nevis 1996

ABV: 49.6%
Cask: 1334
Age: 28 years

89/ 100Very good

The Antelope Ben Nevis is a single malt Scotch whisky from a single cask, bottled at cask strength. Its 28-year age statement indicates long maturation, which often brings greater depth, integration, and oak influence than younger whiskies.

Category: Single Malt
Strength: Cask strength
Cask selection: Single cask
ABV: 49.6%
Age: 28 years
Cask: refill hogshead
Cask number: 1334
Outturn: 192 bottles
Vintage: 1996
Bottled: 2024

Reviews

WhiskyNotes published a reviewFeb 26, 2026
The Antelope Ben Nevis 1996
Ben Nevis · Single Malt
1996 vintage28 years49.6%
Very good review score, 89 out of 100
A slightly firmer, greener Ben Nevis, with added waxiness balancing bright citrus, mineral notes, vanilla yoghurt and a long, leafy finish.
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