The Blair Athol 12 Year Old is a brilliant, hidden gem of the Highland region. While the majority of the spirit produced at this incredibly picturesque, ivy-clad distillery provides the heart of the famous Bell's blend, a very small amount is held back to be bottled as a single malt. This release, part of the celebrated Flora & Fauna series, perfectly showcases the distillery's heavy, robust house style. To create this rich profile, the liquid spends twelve years maturing in European oak casks that previously held sherry. This wood choice completely transforms the whisky, adding incredible weight, depth, and layers of dark, sweet fruit without masking the quality of the base spirit. Pour a measure and the aroma is immediately inviting, offering deep waves of rich Christmas cake, sweet raisins, and a touch of dark treacle. On the palate, it is beautifully full-bodied and mouth-coating. Expect delicious flavours of dried apricot, dark chocolate, and spiced fruitcake, all leading into a warming, lingering finish packed with oak and baking spice. It is an absolutely phenomenal choice for anyone who enjoys a heavier, sherried whisky without any coastal smoke. It shines beautifully after dinner, sipped neat or with just a single drop of water to unlock the sweeter fruit notes. [#intro]A deeply rich and full-bodied Highland single malt bursting with Christmas cake, raisins, and spice...[/intro]