Balblair 25 Year
Single Malt
Balblair // Highlands, Scotland
Launching in April 2019 in select markets, owner Inver House Distillers has revamped its Balblair portfolio replacing its vintage releases with age statement versions.
The 25 year matures initially in American oak ex-bourbon and is finished in Spanish oak oloroso sherry casks.
Launching in April 2019 in select markets, owner Inver House Distillers has revamped its Balblair portfolio replacing its vintage releases with age statement versions. The 25 year matures initially in American oak ex-bourbon and is finished in Spanish oak oloroso sherry casks. Bottled at natural color with no chill filtration at 46% ABV.
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age25 Year
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Cost
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abv46.0
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Single MaltDistilled in pot stills from 100% malted barley, produced at one distillery, aged in barrels; if Scotch or Irish, must be aged for at least three years.
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Cask TypeAmerican oak ex-bourbon, finished in Spanish oak oloroso sherry casks
Tasting Notes
"This Balblair spends 25 years in wood, and it shows. It's delightfully rich, with mature but not excessive notes of oak, raisin, and a touch of cola. The finish is gentle with a subtle cocoa sweetness. In a word, luxurious."
Added by
Jacob Grier
Score
94