Balblair 16 Year Old - 1990s
- Distillery
- Balblair
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 16 years
- Price
- £150
- Tasting notes
- Toasted, Vanilla, Old Wood, Honey, Malt Extract
- Description
- This 16-year-old Highland single malt from Balblair dates to the 1990s, before the distillery discontinued this age statement. Balblair's house style emphasizes spice, orchard fruit, and a supple mouthfeel that develops complexity over time. The extended maturation adds dried fruit and wood spice to the spirit's natural honeyed character. A collector's piece for those seeking Highland malts from the distillery's earlier era.
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Balblair 16 Year Old - 1990s is a 16-year-old single malt from Balblair (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — toasted, vanilla, old wood, honey. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 16-year-old Highland single malt from Balblair dates to the 1990s, before the distillery discontinued this age statement. Balblair's house style emphasizes spice, orchard fruit, and a supple mouthfeel that develops complexity over time. The extended maturation adds dried fruit and wood spice to the spirit's natural honeyed character. A collector's piece for those seeking Highland malts from the distillery's earlier era.
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