Balblair Cadenhead's Authentic Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 21 Year Old · 1990 Vintage

Colour

Dark amber with a burnished copper glow and warm mahogany undertones.

Nose

Rich sherry perfumes the nose: fig and raisin mingle with cherry and orange zest, a cacao-dusted sweetness shimmering through. Toasted oak, leather and vanilla deepen the aroma, with cinnamon and clove lending a refined spice that lingers.

Palate

Velvety and full-bodied, this Balblair unfurls dark orchard fruits—prune, fig and orange zest—woven with toffee and a sherry-tinged nutty depth. Vanilla, cinnamon and clove ride a silky mouthfeel, supported by toasted oak. Cocoa and espresso notes emerge on the mid-palate, leading to a long, warming finish with spice and a whisper of coastal salt.

Finish

An expansive, warming finish that lingers with sherry-softened sweetness, orange zest, and dried fruits, carried by toasted almond and cocoa. Spiced oak threads through, tapering to a long, elegant fade of dark chocolate and gentle pepper.