Balblair

Balblair 2005 1st Release Holland Edition 11 Year Old, Bourbon Cask, 2016, 46%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 16
Average Score
Avg 83
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Description

Balblair is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2016. It is matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels and is non-chill filtered. This is the 1st Release of the 2005 vintage, and it was also released as a Holland Edition.

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Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Mar 8, 2026SGD 127.70
Cask type
Bourbon Cask
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
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
Vintage Release, 1st Release
Historical context
N.A
Special release
Holland Edition
Allocation
Holland
Nose
Fresh green apples, lemon zest, vanilla, honey, and hints of fragrant cut flowers. Some oak, chocolate, and malt notes.
Palate
Citrus and orchard fruits, sweet toffee, vanilla, caramel, and honeyed shortbread with a creamy texture. Hints of baking spices, toasted oak, and a slight minerality.
Finish
Medium-length with subtle hints of lemon sweets, delicate floral honey, white chocolate, and lasting sweet spice and vanilla oak.
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