The Blair Athol 2007 – 100 Proof Exceptional Cask Edition #9 is an intense and characterful single malt whisky from the Eastern Highlands, bottled by Signatory Vintage. Distilled in 2007 and bottled in 2025 after 17 years of maturation, this whisky was matured in first-fill Oloroso sherry butts.
Bottled at a robust 57.1% ABV (equivalent to 100 British Proof), this Blair Athol is bottled at its full strength – naturally non-chill filtered and with its natural color.
Nose: Rich, sweet aromas with notes of vanilla, caramel, berries and fresh herbs. Mouth: Toasty oak, fruit and great sweetness. Finish: Smooth, with hints of oak.
Nose - Heather Honey with hints of cinnamon and toffee bonbon. Very subtle hints of peat smoke.
Palate - Creamy vanilla spice gives way to more overt smoky charcoal notes, especially with the addition of water. Smoke doesn’t dominate and is balanced by the sweet honey and spice flavours.
Finish - Full bodied, silky mouth feel with a dry, tangy and lingering aftertaste, coupled with delicious spice notes.
Nose: Glenglassaugh Sandend reveals rich notes of ripe fruit, honey and vanilla, with a subtle hint of smoky wood. Mouth: On the palate, this single malt reveals complex flavors of tropical fruit, caramel and spice, with a smooth, velvety texture. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of oak, dried fruit and dark chocolate on the palate.
Nose: Royal Brackla Hart 12 Year Old reveals notes of ripe fruit, honey and vanilla, with a subtle hint of smoky oak. Feel: On the palate, this single malt is distinguished by its roundness and smoothness, offering flavors of caramel, dried fruit and spice. Finish: The finish is long and warm, leaving lingering notes of candied fruit and toasted cereal.