Blair Athol 8 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing)
- Distillery
- Blair Athol
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 8 years
- Price
- £53.5
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Old Wood
- Description
- From the esteemed bottler Douglas Laing, the Blair Athol 8 Year Old premier barrel is an 8-year-old single malt boasting an ABV of 46.0%. Crafted in the Highland region, its 'Sherried' and 'Dried Fruit' notes underscore its allure. At £53.5, it's a calculated acquisition for cask enthusiasts.
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Blair Athol 8 Year Old - Premier Barrel (Douglas Laing) is a 8-year-old single malt from Blair Athol (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, leathery, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
From the esteemed bottler Douglas Laing, the Blair Athol 8 Year Old premier barrel is an 8-year-old single malt boasting an ABV of 46.0%. Crafted in the Highland region, its 'Sherried' and 'Dried Fruit' notes underscore its allure. At £53.5, it's a calculated acquisition for cask enthusiasts.
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