Blair Athol 8 Year Old 2015 Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Single malt finished in first-fill Tawny Port and Madeira casks, delivering a rich, nutty profile with opulent depth for an eight-year-old Highland dram with balanced sweetness and generous complexity. Blair Athol Murray McDavid Benchmark Port & Madeira Cask Finish 8 year old 52.1% ABV Nose: Fresh berries, buttery malt and sweet nuts rise in the glass, weaving a warm, inviting aroma with a soft, toasty depth. Palate: Cherries mingle with peppery malt and a whisper of floral honey; a balanced, slightly waxy sweetness, threaded with gentle spice and a warm, lingering presence. Finish: Milk chocolate sweetness lingers, unfolding into a delicate floral aroma, while baking spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, clove—warm the palate, leaving a creamy, cocoa-dusted finish that lingers with graceful length.