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Balblair 2005 1st Release 13 Year Old, Ex-Bourbon Cask, 2018, 46%
Balblair

Balblair 2005 1st Release 13 Year Old, Ex-Bourbon Cask, 2018, 46%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 16
Average Score
Avg 82
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Description

Balblair 2005 1st Release is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2018, making it 13 years old. This expression, bottled at 46% ABV, is the first release of the 2005 vintage, replacing the previous 2003 vintage in Balblair's core range. It was matured entirely in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and is non-chill filtered with natural color.

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LatestSGD 129
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LowSGD 109
SGD 131SGD 123SGD 115SGD 107Price (SGD)Observed dateOct 12Jun 8Oct 12 - SGD 109 - Scotch Whisky Auctions - Oct 12, 2025Jun 8 - SGD 129 - Whisky Auctioneer - Jun 8, 2026

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jun 8, 2026SGD 128.58
Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Oct 12, 2025SGD 109.01
Cask type
Ex-Bourbon
Bottling
Official Bottling
Peated
Unpeated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
Yes
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
John MacDonald
Master distiller (distillation)
John MacDonald
Limited edition
N.A
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
1st Release of the 2005 Vintage
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Fresh notes of ripe apple, lemon zest, and vanilla, with malty and slightly yeasty undertones. Hints of sweet spices, honey, and oaky vanilla, sometimes with light wisps of smoke.
Palate
A well-balanced mix of citrus, caramel, and honeyed shortbread, offering a smooth, velvety texture. Flavors of toasted oak, malt, and sweet apple are present, alongside citrus blossom, barrel char spice, and treacle tarts.
Finish
Medium-length and refreshing, with subtle hints of lemon sweets and delicate floral honey. It can be fresh and spiced, with a light earthy finish, and notes of pepper, vanilla, and sometimes mint or camphor.
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