Blair Athol Cadenhead's Single Malt Scotch Whisky Miniature 24 Year Old · 1966 Vintage

Colour

A rich, deep amber with mahogany hues and a warm copper-gold glow.

Nose

Opulent and aged on the nose, with sherry-soaked depth and polished oak. Dark fruit compote—raisins, figs, dried cherries—meets stewed apples and orange zest. Rich toffee and vanilla weave through the perfume, while cocoa nib, leather, and soft spices—nutmeg, clove, black pepper—offer lift. A warm, resinous finish lingers, inviting another inhalation.

Palate

Full-bodied and opulent, the palate unfolds with sherry-dark fruit—prune, fig, raisin—glossed by toffee and dark chocolate. Cinnamon and clove spice ride along, with a whisper of orange zest. Cocoa-tinged oak provides structure, while the 57% heat lingers gracefully, leading to a long, nutty, resinous finish with echoes of coffee and cacao.

Finish

Long, sumptuous finish anchored by sherried fruit, dark chocolate and spice. Dried fig and orange zest linger, framed by polished oak and a warm, velvety glow that slowly fades to quiet sweetness.