Balblair

Balblair 2005 Vintage 1st Release 10 Year Old, Ex-Bourbon Cask, 2015, 46%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 14
Average Score
Avg 86
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Description

A malt distillery in the Highland region of Scotland owned by the ThaiBev drinks group in south-east Asia through its Inver House Distillers division. Although historically associated with the Ballantine's blend, it has established itself in the 21st century as a key single malt brand. A malt distillery in the Highland region of Scotland owned by the ThaiBev drinks group in south-east Asia through ...

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Whisky AuctioneerAuction Sold Price - Jan 5, 2026SGD 139.35
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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)
N.A
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Bottle and box
Series highlights
1st Release
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Fresh green apples, lemon zest, vanilla, honey, ground spices, oak, and sometimes a hint of smoke or iodine.
Palate
Citrus (lemon, orange), caramel, toffee, vanilla, honey, malt, juicy fruit (plantains, pear), white chocolate, and a light earthy or spicy character.
Finish
Medium to long, refreshing, with notes of lemon sweets, floral honey, spices, oak, and sometimes a slight nuttiness or bitterness.
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