Balblair 21 | Whisky Lady

London’s Whisky Show has so many amazing drams for sampling. After whetting our palates with the delightful Old Pulteney Coastal Series Port, we shifted gears to embrace the full fabulousness with the Balblair 21 year!

Currently retailing for approx GBP 300, what do the folks at Balblair have to say?

This 21 Year Old Whisky started its journey maturing in American Oak Ex-bourbon barrels for fifteen years; however, its distinctive character was created by an extended further maturation period. We meticulously hand-selected the finest Spanish Oak casks seasoned with Oloroso wine for the final six years of the ageing process, imparting spiced, fruity flavours and a deep, rich colour.

For this dram, we couldn’t just sniff and swish… we lingered… savouring the experience. On the nose, we found it soft and nuanced. A mix of tropical and orchard fruits, sweet spices, enticing. On the palate, it continued with ripe fruits, even fresh dates, well-rounded and complex with a lovely softness. The close was toasted nuts and dried fruits enveloped in rich chocolate.

What a treat!

Curious about other Balblair‘s we’ve enjoyed over the years?