Blair Athol 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 369682) James Eadie

Single-cask whisky finished 17 months in refill Oloroso, delivering rich sherry influence with dried fruit, vanilla, and warm oak for a smooth, lingering finish. Blair Athol James Eadie Single Oloroso Sherry Cask #369682 12 year old 53.9% ABV Nose: Aromas of velvety Oloroso sherry envelop ripe raisin and fig, mingling with toffee, dark chocolate and a hint of orange zest. Almonds, vanilla and baking spice weave through polished oak, adding depth to a warm, nutty, subtly luxurious aroma. Palate: Silky and richly layered, it presents fig and prune with candied orange, toasted almond and a sheen of molasses. Oloroso sherry lends warmth through dark chocolate, espresso and spice, while vanilla and oak keep it poised. Full, creamy mouthfeel g Finish: A long, refined finish carried by Oloroso influence: raisined fruit, burnt-sugar toffee, orange zest and toasted almond mingle with velvety oak, then drift into spice with a final kiss of bitter chocolate.