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Balblair, 12-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (46%)

  • Scotch Whisky
Product: 10008046172
Balblair, 12-Year-Old, Highland, Single Malt Scotch Whisky (46%)

Description

Balbir Distillery is one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, founded back in 1790. The distillery employs a long 62-hour fermentation, with over four hours of slow distillation. This measured approach allows Balblair to build complex flavours in its whiskies. This was initially matured in ex-bourbon casks before being moved over to first-fill Spanish sherry butts, creating a harmonious flavour profile of dark fruits and dried oak.

Iain Glover, Spirits Advisor, Berry Bros. & Rudd

Product Type Scotch Whisky
Main Ingredients Barley
Region Scotch Whisky OLD SAP
Producer Balblair Distillery, Highlands

About this spirit

Balblair Distillery, Highlands

Balblair is the second oldest distillery in Scotland. The name is Gaelic, meaning "battlefield" or "town of the plain". The first Balblair distillery was a pot still built on Balblair farm on the estate of the Rosses of Balnagowan in the late 1790s. John Ross succeeded in making it a profitable commercial enterprise in the face of financial troubles, bad debts, competition by smugglers, and the ever-present exciseman. Ross, his sons, and grandsons operated Balblair until the end of the 19th century.
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Barley

Barley is a key ingredient in the production of some of the world's most renowned spirits, particularly whiskey and Scotch whisky. Malted barley is used as the primary grain in many single malt and blended Scotch whiskies, where it contributes a distinct malty, nutty, and sometimes smoky flavour profile. In addition to Scotch, barley is also a staple in the production of Irish whiskey, where it often lends a smoother, creamier taste. The versatility of barley as a grain makes it a favorite for creating complex and deeply nuanced spirits cherished by enthusiasts worldwide.

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