Balblair 17 Year Old
- Distillery
- Balblair
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £114.85
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Chocolate, Fresh Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- This 17-year-old Highland malt began in American oak bourbon casks before finishing in first-fill Spanish oak butts, creating a fruit-forward profile layered with chocolate and sweet spice. Balblair's travel retail release demonstrates how cask management elevates regional character.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Balblair 17 Year Old is a 17-year-old single malt from Balblair (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, chocolate, fresh fruit, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
This 17-year-old Highland malt began in American oak bourbon casks before finishing in first-fill Spanish oak butts, creating a fruit-forward profile layered with chocolate and sweet spice. Balblair's travel retail release demonstrates how cask management elevates regional character.
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