Blair Athol 12 Year Old, bottled by Diageo for their esteemed Flora & Fauna series, stands as a testament to the rich history and craftsmanship of one of the Highland's less celebrated yet equally deserving distilleries. Founded in 1798 as Aldour, the distillery was acquired by Arthur Bell & Sons in 1933, becoming a cornerstone malt for the renowned Bell's blend. Over the decades, ownership transitioned through Guinness in 1985, eventually becoming part of United Distillers and later Diageo in successive mergers. Nestled in the peaty moorlands at the foothills of the Grampian mountains, Blair Athol distillery brings forth this exquisite 12-year-old single malt aged in sherry casks, a reflection of their dedication to quality and tradition. The whisky presents with a robust 43% ABV in a 700ml bottle, revealing rich, spicy, and full-bodied character with a symphony of dry sherry aromas, Muscat grapes, dried apricots, and treacle toffee. The palate bursts with dried fruit, minty herbs, Madeira wine, and vanilla, evolving into oak spice, dry pepper, and apple crumble in a lingering finish.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old is bottled by Diageo for their Flora & Fauna series.
Originally founded in 1798 as Aldour, Blair Athol was taken over by Arthur Bell & Sons in 1933, and later became part of Guinness in 1985, and eventually Diageo through subsequent mergers.
This whisky is aged for 12 years, primarily in sherry casks, which adds to its rich and complex flavor profile.
Sherry, Torf, citrus, nuts, floral notes, dry sherry, Muscat grapes, dried apricots, treacle toffee, spicy, sweet, cocoa, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, tobacco, leather, dark berries, woody red wine, chocolate, honey, oak, brown sugar.
Malty, sweet, spicy, ginger, dried fruit, dried fruit, minty herbs, Madeira wine, vanilla, oak, pepper, apple crumble, oak, cocoa powder, pepper, nutmeg, spicy tobacco, cocoa, coffee, apricot jam, syrupy, caramel, red apples, light smoke, oily, soft, subtle roasted aromas.
Long, smoky, oak spice, dry pepper, apple crumble, long, dark chocolate, spices, warming, molasses, orange, coffee, leather, medium spicy, bitter oak, sweet chocolate, slightly dry.
Blair Athol 12 Year Old is an exquisite Highland single malt with a rich, complex profile. Its sherry cask aging infuses it with layers of dry sherry, dried fruits, and spices, while the palate offers a harmonious blend of sweetness, oak, and subtle smokiness. The long, warming finish leaves a lingering impression of dark chocolate and spices, making it a versatile and deeply satisfying whisky.
The Blair Athol 12 Year Old from the Flora & Fauna series is a delightful all-rounder that showcases the distillery's rich history and craftsmanship. Its complexity and depth, from the dry sherry nose to the layered palate and long finish, make it a standout Highland whisky. Whether you’re an experienced aficionado or a casual sipper, this whisky offers a satisfying and memorable experience that feels older and more refined than its 12 years. Definitely a keeper for any whisky collection.
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