Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
- Distillery
- Blair Athol
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £65.28
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Honey, Chocolate, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- 12 years is what you get with Blair Athol, sitting at an ABV of 46.0%. Tagged 'Honey' and 'Chocolate', but with no ratings, it's hard to gauge if £65.28 is a bargain or shot in the dark.
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Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2008 (casks 1909775/77/78/79) - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is a 12-year-old single malt from Blair Athol (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, honey, chocolate, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A premium pour worth the price.
12 years is what you get with Blair Athol, sitting at an ABV of 46.0%. Tagged 'Honey' and 'Chocolate', but with no ratings, it's hard to gauge if £65.28 is a bargain or shot in the dark.
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