Balblair 2000 2nd Release Bottled 2018

Balblair Whiskies are uniquely vintage, their bottles are not marked with an age statement, but simply with the year that the whisky was laid down. Every year, their distillery manager John MacDonald, tates, judges and selects straight from the cask. And at exactly the right moment, when the balance between the age and the character of the whisky is just right, we bottle it.

Each vintage represents an exact moment in time. A moment of perfection. It's the ability to judge that precise point in time that makes Balblair so special.

Tasting Notes:
Complex and charismatic, the second release of Vintage 2000 epitomises Balblair's signature elegant style.

Matured initially in American oak, ex-bourbon barrels, followed by Spanish oak, ex-sherry butts and presented at its natural colour, the whisky in light amber in appearance.

Vibrant and balanced, the aroma is led by honey sweetness and a rich, fruity heart of raisins and baked caramel apples. Dark chocolate and creme brulee follow with just a touch elusive winter spices underneath.

Sweet and full bodied on the palate. The taste evokes seasoned fruitcake and sticky toffee, balanced by brighter notes of fresh vanilla and a subtle thread of lime honey. A warm, lingering finish delivers the final spicy flourish to the finessed single malt.