Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt)
- Distillery
- Balblair
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50.4%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £124.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Malt Extract, Dried Fruit, Oily
- Description
- Highland character defines Balblair 1990, even if it's labeled Islay Cask 1466. Tagged as 'Smokey' and 'Oily', this single malt speaks volumes at 50.4% ABV. A solitary rating of 5.0 doesn't say much, but it comes at a precise £124.95. It might be speaking to a hidden corner of the whisky world.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Balblair 1990 Islay Cask 1466 (Master of Malt) is a 23-year-old single malt from Balblair (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 50.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — smokey, malt extract, dried fruit, oily. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Highland character defines Balblair 1990, even if it's labeled Islay Cask 1466. Tagged as 'Smokey' and 'Oily', this single malt speaks volumes at 50.4% ABV. A solitary rating of 5.0 doesn't say much, but it comes at a precise £124.95. It might be speaking to a hidden corner of the whisky world.
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