Blair Athol 26 Year Old 1997 Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary
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The Blair Athol 26 Year Old 1997 is a distinguished Highland single malt Scotch whisky, bottled in October 2023 by the respected independent bottler Hunter Laing & Co.
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Bottle Information
Bottler: Hunter Laing & Co.
Cask Type: sherry hogshead
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Tasting Notes
N: Berries, nuts, and milk chocolate. P: Marzipan icing, green herbs, and salted caramel. F: Long, with a gentle hint of smoke.
The Blair Athol 26 Year Old 1997 is a distinguished Highland single malt Scotch whisky, bottled in October 2023 by the respected independent bottler Hunter Laing & Co. for the celebrated Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary series. Distilled in 1997 and matured for over a quarter of a century in a single sherry butt, this elegant release yielded just 290 bottles, capturing the depth, richness, and complexity that only long maturation can deliver.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
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Distilled in 1997 and matured 26 years in a single sherry butt
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Bottled in October 2023 by Hunter Laing & Co.
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Part of the prestigious Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary series
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Limited to just 290 bottles
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A beautifully mature Highland single malt with depth, balance, and heritage
The Blair Athol 26 Year Old 1997 Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary is a superbly composed single malt, offering a harmonious blend of long-aged complexity and classic Highland richness. A standout release for collectors and lovers of elegant, sherry-influenced Scotch whisky.
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Blair Athol
Blair Athol Distillery, established in 1798 in Pitlochry, ranks among the oldest working malt whisky producers in Scotland, spanning four centuries of whisky craftsmanship. Acquired by Arthur Bell & Sons in 1933, it is celebrated as the spiritual home of Bell’s blended Scotch whisky, offering a distillery visitor centre and tours for an immersive experience. Although most of Blair Athol’s malt whisky is destined for Bell’s blends, dedicated whisky enthusiasts can still savor the distillery’s character through independent bottlings, notably in the Connoisseurs Choice and Signatory Vintage ranges—ensuring Blair Athol’s revered legacy continues to captivate Scotch connoisseurs worldwide.
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