Hankey Bannister Original Blended Scotch Whisky

The Data

Category Whisky

Sub-Category Blended Scotch Whisky

Origin Speyside

Retail Price $19.99

ABV 43%

Score 3 Stars/Acceptable

In the Glass

Appearance

Brilliant, crystal clear.

Aromatics

Scents of toffee, toasted grain, honey, and citrus dominate with supporting brown spice accents.

Flavor

The palate echoes the nose with a spicy grain-driven core that shows more peppery spice than shown on the nose.

Intensity & Texture

Medium-bodied with bright citrus and spice to keep it fresh and clean.

Cool Factor

Tasty blended Whisky from an old school label is always welcomed.

Value Grade

Whisky for $20 is something that always gets Whisky fans to flash a smile.

Analysis

The Hankey Bannister blend is not one of the better known blended Scotch Whiskies despite having a long history. It's made by Inver House Distillers and is named after its founders Beaumont Hankey and Hugh Bannister. The Hankey Bannister brand offers six tiers (four include age statements) of Whisky with this the "Original" being the entry level offering.

How to Enjoy

Enjoy straight, on the rocks, or in simple cocktails like Whisky and ginger.