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In 1998, a limited-edition 18-year-old expression, aged exclusively in sherried casks, was released to mark the bicentenary of the distillery.","brand":"Blair Athol","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62411643683146,"sku":"HED10894","price":209.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/SPIRITS.jpg?v=1781712099"},{"product_id":"blair-athol-25-year-old-xtra-old-particular-1989","title":"Blair Athol 25 Year Old Xtra Old Particular 1989","description":"Blair Athol 25 Year Old Xtra Old Particular 1989 is a single-cask Highland malt from the Pitlochry distillery, bottled by Douglas Laing. Distilled in 1989 and matured for 25 years, this spirit captures a traditionally heavy and nutty character in its purest form. It offers a fragrant profile of beeswax and roasted almonds alongside a faint herbal tea aroma. 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A fruit forward nose of summer pudding, milk chocolate and a touch of dry oak precedes a medium bodied palate with notes of dried fruit and candied citrus peel. The finish is rounded and fruity again, this time with a hint of rancio.","brand":"Blair Athol","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412588646730,"sku":"HED56302","price":60.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED56302.jpg?v=1781892485"},{"product_id":"blair-athol-18-year-old-old-particular-1995","title":"Blair Athol 18 Year Old Old Particular 1995","description":"Founded in the 1790s, the water used at the Blair Athol distillery comes from the Allt Dour or `the Burn of the Otter`.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nBlair Athol`s cloudy wort \u0026amp; short fermentation produce a bold, nutty spirit, which is an important componant in Bell`s blended Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blair Athol","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412966199626,"sku":"HED75225","price":93.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED75225.jpg?v=1781894867"},{"product_id":"blair-athol-38-year-old-the-eternal-cycle-one8nine-1986","title":"Blair Athol 38 Year Old `The Eternal Cycle` ONE8NINE 1986","description":"Blair Athol 38 Year Old The Eternal Cycle 1986 is an exceptionally rare Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, independently bottled by ONE8NINE. Distilled in March 1986, this expression underwent 38 years of maturation in a first-fill oloroso Sherry hogshead. The extended ageing process has resulted in a spirited character with depth and complexity. Tasting notes reveal layers of dried fruits, rich chocolate and subtle spice, with a backdrop of smoky oak. 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The palate is remarkably vibrant for its seniority, delivering layers of tropical fruit, vanilla pod, poached pears and a delicate tingle of white pepper.","brand":"Blair Athol","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413643284810,"sku":"HED05449","price":850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED05449.jpg?v=1781897919"},{"product_id":"blair-athol-16-year-old-connoisseurs-choice-gordon-and-macphail-2008","title":"Blair Athol 16 Year Old Connoisseurs Choice Gordon and MacPhail 2008","description":"Blair Athol 16 Year Old Connoisseurs Choice Gordon and MacPhail is a Highland single malt that exemplifies traditional Highland whisky craftsmanship. Distilled in 2008 and aged for 16 years in a first-fill Sherry hogshead, this expression presents an intriguing profile of orchard fruits and a touch of spice. Notes of dried figs and leather can be discerned alongside a subtle nuttiness. The finish reveals hints of oak and dark chocolate. 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