Blair Athol Cadenhead's Authentic Collection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 24 Year Old · 1989 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with coppery sheen and a mahogany edge, a sunlit honey-gold glow that speaks of sherry influence and long maturation.

Nose

Sherry-kissed and opulent, with dark fruit at the core—ripe plum, fig and raisin—layered with treacle, orange zest and a trace of burnt sugar. Cocoa, almond and warm spice (nutmeg, clove) unfold over cedar-wood oak, while a whisper of leather and tobacco adds depth. A winey dryness hints at the long, luxurious finish.

Palate

Opulent and velvety on the palate, Blair Athol unfolds a sherry-soaked core of dark plum, fig and raisin, with chocolate-dipped orange zest and toasted toffee. Rich spices—cinnamon and clove—ride a plush oak backbone, delivering warmth and a lingering sweetness. Full-bodied, with a luxurious, syrupy mouthfeel at 50.8% ABV, finishing long and inviting.

Finish

Opulent and lingering, the finish releases dark plum and raisin, wrapped in toffee and cocoa. Spiced oak—ginger and clove—stays warm and refined, with a soft sherry sweetness trailing into a long, velvet fade.