Tasting one Balblair

Balblair/Barstruie 15yo 1978-1993 54.8% The Whisky Connoisseur





















I do like Blablair, and I think their 16yo was a total scoop, I've unfortunately not had the same experiences with the new vintage OB's. But then I guess, after a period of trying and failing it'll be another success. The color is golden. It smells of rich, sherried and phenolic notes, even some grassy, grainy, spicy, chili and sun-dried tomatoes in the mix. A great nose, reminds me of the Glenfarclas 105. The taste is of peppery, gingery, aniseed, fish sauce, onions, leather, cigars, a cracker! The finish is all on nutmeg and dry white wine.

I simply adore these classic Balblairs: 7



Next tasting: Scapa Distillery