It was an evening of sheer enjoyment, no serious masterclass, just good company, good whisky and an exceedingly good evening. It was in a most convivial South Mumbai home with the amusing and knowledgeable Stuart Harvey, Master Blender for IBHL gracing the occasion…
Photo: Courtesy Niko Berg
And what did we have the good fortune of enjoying? Some mighty fine whiskies – with no dissecting the drams in depth, only a few fleeting impressions remained…
Balblair 05 (2015) 46% 1st Release
- Light, fresh, green apples, had a classic oak matured quality, honey, citrus sweet
- A cheerful, happy whisky
- For many this was the most delicious! Baked apple pie, yum!
- Sweet and creamy, fruity with chocolate, balanced and nuanced
- In short, an exceedingly tasty dram
Balblair 99 (2014) 46% 1st Release
- Could clearly tell there was a marriage of ex sherry with ex bourbon – all the sherry sweetness and beautiful vanilla honey bourbon, light fruits, just enough spice to give it a little pizzazz, rich toffee, overall a class act
- Lovely long finish – just what one wants in a beautiful whisky!
- A complete change in pace! And in its new packaging too…
- Had all the usual Speyburn characteristics – shifted to bolder, direct dram… no pretence it is what it is…
- Everything one enjoys in the 10 years, just enhanced even more
Special shout out to Kavir and Vidhu with our host for putting together such a super fab evening.
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