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Balblair 1997 25 Year Old GM Connoisseurs Choice 54.7%
An exceptional 1997 Balblair 25 year old that was bottled in 2023 by Gordon & MacPhail as part of the Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength range. This single malt was distilled on the 2nd of October 1997 then matured in a single refill bourbon barrel for 25 years before being bottled on the 25th of January 2023. One of just 163 bottles released.
Country | Scotland | Age | 25 Years Old |
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Region | Highland | Cask No. | #1885 |
Distillery | Balblair | Size | 70cl |
Cask Description | Refill Bourbon Barrel | ABV | 54.7% |
Year Distilled | 1997 | Shipping Weight | 4 Kg |
Year Bottled | 2023 | Description | G&M Connoisseurs Choice Range |
The Balblair distillery in the northern Highlands was established by James McKeddy in 1790 then John Ross took over that same year. Now owned by Inver House Distillers there is a quality core range of age statement whiskies to enjoy plus many independent bottling’s too. The distillery appeared in the popular Ken Loach film “The Angles Share”
Balblair 1997 25 Year Old GM Connoisseurs Choice 54.7%
Official Tasting Notes
Colour - Golden
Aroma - Rich red apple aromas complement fragrant floral influences with a hint of aniseed. Dried banana combines with malted biscuit and Seville orange zest.
Taste - Tropical fruit; pineapple and guava lead to peanuts. Brown sugar comes to the fore alongside lemon peel and black pepper.
Finish - Medium-bodied with citrus zest and mature oak.
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