Balblair 12 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Highlands, Scotland) - [IWSC 98]

About the Whisky:Matured in American oak ex-bourbon & double-fired American oak casks, bringing elegant complexity and warmth. In the fine balance of fruit, spice and sweetness, Balblair 12 Year Old encapsulates the gentle charisma of the Highlands. Elegant and approachable, this is the defining expression of Balblair Distillery, one to which all others refer. Tasting Notes:Colour: Polished goldAroma: Elegant bright lemon peel layered with creamy vanilla and crisp green applesPalate: Ground spices and dried orange slices enveloped in intense set honey sweetnessFinish: Creamy and leathery with notes of sweet vanilla Ratings & Reviews Double Gold - SF World Spirits Competition 2023 Gold - Intl Spirits Challenge 2023 98 Pts - Intl Wine & Spirits Competition 2022 "A ripe, fruity style, packed with fresh green apple, juicy pear and pineapple characters. Wonderfully indulgent on the palate, with warm flavours of runny honey and lemon sponge, followed by an elegant finish." G