Balblair Elements

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 12 by Michael Jackson and Jim Murray.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Lightly salty and peaty. Black chocolate. Palate Light shortbread. Creamy. Hint of raspberries. Spiciness emerging. Very slightly peppery. Finish Gentle fruity dryness. Comment Gentle, but complex as the flavours open.

Jim Murray Nose A lively aroma bristling with heather and a hint of honey and prickly malt notes. Palate Firm and dry mouthfeel suggests a busy malt: after a short lull much fruitier, fleshy notes appear. Finish This is where it comes good: massive complexity sparked off by a touch of smoke and more heather. Fabulous and faultless bittersweet balance. Comment Takes time to get going, but worth the wait.