Balblair 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Balblair
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £120
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Balblair's 1980s bottling at five years of age represents a rare snapshot of the distillery before modern cask management became standard. The young spirit shows the classic light, floral, and slightly herbaceous character typical of Highland whisky from that era, with modest oak integration. At 40% ABV, it drinks as a straightforward, unwooded expression that emphasizes the spirit's natural character. This suits collectors of vintage Scotch and those curious about pre-modern distilling practices.
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Balblair 5 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Balblair (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — malt extract, honey, fresh fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Balblair's 1980s bottling at five years of age represents a rare snapshot of the distillery before modern cask management became standard. The young spirit shows the classic light, floral, and slightly herbaceous character typical of Highland whisky from that era, with modest oak integration. At 40% ABV, it drinks as a straightforward, unwooded expression that emphasizes the spirit's natural character. This suits collectors of vintage Scotch and those curious about pre-modern distilling practices.
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