Blair Athol 8 years Murray McDavid

Country : Scotland

Region : Highlands

Type : Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Producer : Blair Athol

Bottler : Original

Series : Benchmark

Age : 8 years

Alcohol : 55,9%

Volume : 0,7 liter

Cask type : Justino's Madeira Wine Barrique

Distilled 2015

Bottled : 2024

Cask number : 9000111

Food Producer / Importer : Murray McDavid, Coleburn Distillery, Longmorn, Elgin IV30 8SN, GB

Aroma
Fruity and sweet: Notes of red apples, stewed pears and candied oranges.
Caramel and honey: A warm sweetness of toffee and liquid honey.
Spicy nuances: Subtle hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and fresh herbs, accompanied by a subtle oak spice.

Taste
Fruity and full-bodied: Aromas of peaches, apricot jam and red berries, with a hint of lemon zest.
Sweet and spicy: Vanilla custard, butterscotch and spicy hints of pepper and cloves.
Complex and creamy: A slightly oily mouthfeel that plays with layers of malt, dried fruit and wood notes.

Finish
Long and spicy: The finish is characterized by a pleasant combination of sweet oak, dark chocolate and roasted nuts.
Slightly dry: Delicate tannins and a hint of bitter orange linger.

Limited to 276 bottles.