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Balblair 1978 30 Year Old, 2nd Fill American Oak Bourbon Cask, 2008, 46%
Balblair

Balblair 1978 30 Year Old, 2nd Fill American Oak Bourbon Cask, 2008, 46%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 27
Average Score
Avg 91
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Description

This Balblair 1978 vintage is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled in 1978 and bottled in 2008, making it approximately 30 years old. It was matured in American oak ex-bourbon barrels, specifically 2nd fill casks, and released as a limited edition of 3,000 bottles. This official bottling replaced the award-winning 1975 Vintage in Balblair's core range. It is un-chill-filtered and has natural color.

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Scotch Whisky AuctionsAuction Sold Price - Jun 14, 2026SGD 831.29
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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)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
3000
Has box
Yes
Closure
N.A
Presentation
Bottle and box
Series highlights
Vintage Range
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Rich and fruity with notes of toffee, honey, green apples, pears, pineapple, citrus, and berries. There are also hints of dry oak, vanilla, and a slight grassy or waxy quality. Some sources mention spices like nutmeg and cloves.
Palate
Sweet and full-bodied, featuring rich fruity toffee, honey, and chocolate. Flavors of ripe soft fruits like mango, banana, and pineapple are present, alongside spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and pepper. There's a creamy mouthfeel with notes of dry oak and vanilla.
Finish
Long and warming, with lingering notes of oak, spice, and sweet fruit. Hints of tobacco, dried fruit, and a touch of dark chocolate orange can be found, with some sources noting a minty or mentholated edge and a pleasant dryness.
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