Indulge in the extraordinary Balblair 1990 GM Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength Refill Sherry Butt. A remarkable 32-year-old Highland single malt whisky, distilled in October 1990 at the famed Balblair Distillery and meticulously matured for over three decades in a single refill sherry butt, cask number 4169. Bottled at a robust cask strength of 58.2% ABV in November 2022, this release is part of the esteemed Connoisseurs Choice series by independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail. With an exceptionally low yield of only 114 bottles, this heavily sherried expression entices with its deep, rich aromas and complex flavor profile. On the nose, discover captivating scents of sherbet, stewed plums, and caramel, with layers of toasted millet, cashew nuts, and dried ginger. The palate reveals a harmonious blend of plums, fruitcake, malt, and blackcurrant, accentuated by roasted coffee and charred oak. The finish is long and smoky, with a lingering interplay of spice and dried fruit, making this whisky a true connoisseur’s delight.
This whisky is unique due to its 32-year maturation in a single refill sherry butt, resulting in a particularly rich and complex flavor profile. Additionally, the bottling was limited to just 114 bottles, making it a rare find for collectors.
The Balblair 1990 GM Connoisseurs Choice has a cask strength ABV of 58.2%, offering a robust and full-bodied experience.
This whisky offers a rich tapestry of flavors, including notes of dried fruits, caramel, blackcurrant, roasted coffee, and charred oak, with a long, smoky finish.
Dried fruits, spice, white pepper, roasted coffee, cinnamon
Plums, malt, ginger, fruit cake, cashew, caramel, blackcurrant, roasted coffee, charred oak
Long, smoky, spice, dried fruit
This complex and opulent Balblair offers a rich tapestry of autumnal flavors, seamlessly balancing fruit, spice, and wood notes. The whisky's long maturation in a refill sherry butt has imparted a profound depth and character, making it a truly remarkable expression.
The Balblair 1990 GM Connoisseurs Choice Cask Strength is an exceptional whisky that showcases the mastery of both the Balblair Distillery and Gordon & MacPhail. Its intricate layers of flavor and robust strength make it a standout release, perfect for savoring on special occasions. With only 114 bottles available, it's a rare gem that any whisky enthusiast would treasure.
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