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Gift giving timed to perfection

Whisky-loving fathers will relish the gift of Balblair.  Every year our Distillery Manager, John MacDonald, selects whiskies that have reached their exact point of ‘optimum maturation’, the peak of perfection. That’s why we only create Vintages timed to perfection.

It’s the aspect of timing, rather than time that sets our collection of whiskies apart from the rest and makes Balblair a truly special choice this Father’s Day, now all that remains is to explore our collection of exclusively Vintage single malt whiskies.

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Balblair Vintage 2005

Only a handful of American oak, ex-bourbon casks laid down in 2005 were selected by John MacDonald to form this classic Balblair expression. Light, fruity and refreshing, this classic Vintage embodies Balblair’s house style.

Appearance
Light sparkling gold in colour.

Aroma
Full bodied with the classic aromas of fresh green apples, ground spices and honey. The American oak ex-bourbon barrels used in maturation impart notes of oaky vanilla, leather and oranges with a hint of fragrant cut flowers and smoke.

Palate
Balblair’s signature style of citrus orchards is followed by intense sweetness of toffee and vanilla.

Finish
Rounded off by a deliciously spicy, long finish. The superb dram is bright and full of character, a ray of sunshine in a bottle.

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Vintage 1999 2nd Release

With influence from both American and Spanish oak, this perfectly rounded mid-range Vintage is a true testimony to the craft of traditional whisky-making.

Appearance
Balblair 1999 2nd release is copper in appearance with flecks of sparkling bronze.

Aroma
The American oak, ex-bourbon barrels and Spanish oak, ex-sherry butts used for maturation impart the signature Balblair aromas of honey and green apples, as well as notes of rich, fruity Christmas cake with a hint of spice, citrus fruits and vanilla.

Palate
On the palate, it is full bodied, sweet and spicy in character, with hints of honey, vanilla and leather.

Finish
The finish is warm, smooth and long-lasting.

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Vintage 1990 2nd Release

Matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks and Spanish oak ex-sherry butts Balblair Vintage 1990 2nd release is truly exceptional. This luxurious expression is the perfect after-dinner treat.

Appearance
The second release of Balblair 1990 is deep copper in appearance with hints of sparkling amber.

Aroma
The aroma is spicy yet sweet and is punctuated with notes of raisins, toffee and honey. Hints of vanilla, chocolate and citrus fruits are also present.

Palate
On the palate it is full bodied; sweet and spicy in character with hints of honey, raisins and zesty fruits.

Finish
The finish is smooth and long-lasting.

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Balblair Vintage 1983

Matured over three decades in one of Balblair’s traditional dunnage warehouses, this exceptional Vintage developed aromas of butterscotch, toffee and fresh vanilla, with Balblair’s signature tropical fruitiness completing an exquisitely balanced profile.

Appearance
The first release of Balblair 1983 has a rich golden appearance.

Aroma
On the nose there are warm aromas of butterscotch, toffee and vanilla that come from the long years of maturation in American oak ex-bourbon barrels. Citrus fruits can also be detected in the aroma adding to the complexity of this exceptional Vintage.

Taste
On the palate it is sweet and spicy; with overtones of fresh fruits and honey.

Finish
A long, warming and full bodied finish.

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Visit Balblair Distillery
The Balblair Distillery visitor tour is intimate and personal – an insight into our pursuit of producing the finest quality Vintage Malt Whisky, using methods that have changed very little over the years.

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