Bladnoch Single Cask Whisky Miniature 9 Year Old · 1985 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with copper-gold highlights and a reddish mahogany edge, a warm, tawny glow that hints at sherry influence.

Nose

Sherried perfume of dark plum, fig and cherry, veiled in toffee, cacao and orange zest. Toasted oak, vanilla and a whisper of cinnamon and clove lend warmth, while a bright alcohol edge hints at the 58% strength, framing the fruit with refined spice and a touch of leathery depth.

Palate

Rich, sherried warmth coats the palate, with velvet dried fruits—fig and raisin—mellowing into dark chocolate, toffee, and roasted nuts. Subtle orange zest and baking spices lift the profile, yielding a layered, full-bodied sip. The 58% ABV provides structure, finishing long and savory with hints of leather and oak.

Finish

Long, polished finish of toasted oak and nutmeg, with rich dried fruit—fig and raisin—from the sherry cask, fading to cocoa notes and a gentle, warming spice that lingers.