Balblair 1973 / Centenary Reserve / Gordon & MacPhail Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Balblair
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £600
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Honey, Malt Extract, Vanilla, Toasted
- Description
- This 1972-vintage Balblair represents a rare window into Highland whisky history, released by Gordon & MacPhail in 1995 after nearly two decades of maturation. The distillery operated only from 1965 to 1977, making aged stocks increasingly scarce and sought after. Without original tasting notes available, the bottle promises the dried fruit, oak spice, and gentle smokiness typical of Highland malts from this era. A collector's piece for those studying Scottish distillery heritage.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Balblair 1973 / Centenary Reserve / Gordon & MacPhail Highland Whisky is a from Balblair (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — old wood, honey, malt extract, vanilla. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1972-vintage Balblair represents a rare window into Highland whisky history, released by Gordon & MacPhail in 1995 after nearly two decades of maturation. The distillery operated only from 1965 to 1977, making aged stocks increasingly scarce and sought after. Without original tasting notes available, the bottle promises the dried fruit, oak spice, and gentle smokiness typical of Highland malts from this era. A collector's piece for those studying Scottish distillery heritage.
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