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    Balblair 2005 - 1st Release 70cl Whisky

    Scotland • 70cl • 46%
    Number of reviews:(11)
    Product details
    bottler

    Balblair

    country

    Scotland

    distillery/brandBalblair Whisky
    regionHighland Whisky
    style

    Single Malt

    Balblair 2005 - 1st Release

    This is the first release of 2005 vintage Balblair single malt Scotch whisky (which is replacing the 2003 vintage in their core range). An enjoyable expression from the Northern Highlands distillery, matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and of course is presented in Balblair's very recognisable bottles.

    Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt

    Nose

    Classic Balblair nose of oak-y vanilla, chocolate-y malt and light wisps of smoke.

    Palate

    Citrus blossom (and citrus peels) mixed with hints of barrel char spice and treacle tarts.

    Finish

    Fresh and spiced, with a little more floral malt.

    Winner of 2 spirit awards

    Silver
    Silver
    Scotch Single Malt - Highland - 2017
    International Wine & Spirit Competition
    Silver
    Silver
    Highlands & Islands Premium - 2018
    The Scotch Whisky Masters (The Spirits Business)

    Allergy Information

    Celery No
    Cereals Containing Gluten Info not yet available
    Crustaceans No
    Eggs No
    Fish No
    Lupin No
    Milk No
    Molluscs No
    Mustard No
    Nuts No
    Peanuts No
    Sesame Seeds No
    Soybeans No
    Sulphur Dioxide Sulphites No
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    Customer rating
    £44.95
    4.5
    11 reviews
    5 Stars9
    4 Stars0
    3 Stars1
    2 Stars1
    1 Star0

    Smooth, an excellent whisky!

    Karen’s tasting notes On the nose- oaky bourbon cask, slight hint of citrus, butter On the palate- creaminess, wood and notes of vanilla Finish- long and lingering, with new oak and creamy toffee, and cloves. Opens up with a few drops of water, oak and vanilla become more defined.

    Karen Ann Stafford May 31, 2018

    Exactly What you expect

    Coming from Balblair, I had high hopes for this 12 year old, and I was not disappointed. This classic member of the core offerings is a solid whisky, with the classic Balblair flavor. Not as complex as the 99 or 90, but for the money, this one is a great regular drinker and an easy way to introduce new drinkers to the Balblair offerings. Strongly recommended.

    Raymond Winters Jan 8, 2018

    The Balblair 10yo

    The annual Balblair '10yo' has become a must have for me every year. They are always outstanding whiskies at a really good price. 46% ABV, non chill filtered and colour free. A very rewarding dram indeed.

    Master of Malt Customer Apr 4, 2017

    A slow satisfying drink

    Its Scottish spring which is much the same as winter and summer its cold and wet outside time cold shake off the working day...a mighty fine drink. Full of spice and that feeling of bodily warmth that occurs when you sip a fine whisky a definte buy again. Rob paisley

    Master of Malt Customer Apr 3, 2017

    Mr

    Simply magnificent.

    Master of Malt Customer Dec 5, 2016

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