Murray McDavid Benchmark - BLAIR ATHOL 12YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Murray McDavid Benchmark - BLAIR ATHOL 12YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Limited Release - 1506 bottles. Bottled from four casks.
Region: Highland
Wood: Bourbon hogshead
Finish: 1st fill Oloroso Sherry
Built in 1798, south of the Cairngorms is one of Scotland’s most visited distilleries – Blair Athol. The spirit from this traditional distillery, that has been in favour with master blenders for hundreds of years, is celebrated for its full-bodied character. Now, for the very first time, we give Blair Athol its debut in Murray McDavid colours.
Developing sweetness from bourbon casks, this hearty Highlander was further matured for 20 months in freshly emptied Oloroso Sherry casks, gently progressing its opulent character. The rich, nutty spirit that flows from the stills of Blair Athol is a new favourite amongst our Whisky Creations Team.
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Bottle Tasting Notes
Nose: caramel, almonds, sweet popcorn
Palate: baking spices, rich malt, oaky vanilla
Finish: long, dried fruits, gentle oak
Distillery Notes
The Murray McDavid brand was established in 1996 by legendary whisky players Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin and Gordon Wright. Murray McDavid purchased the Bruichladdich distillery in 2000 where legendary master distiller Jim McEwan left Bowmore to join the Bruichladdich and Murray McDavid team.
In 2012 Remy Cointreau purchased the Bruichladdich Distillery selling the Murray McDavid brand in 2013 to Edward Odim of ACEO whom stated "Our intention is to continue the legacy of Murray McDavid by staying true to its founders' vision and principles such as bottling carefully selected single malts without chill-filtering or adding colour and continuing and developing the tradition of ACE-ing our whiskies".
Over 8000 barrels aging makes it one of the most extensive collections of independent whiskies and rums in the world. Its storehouse is located at Coleburn Distillery in Speyside, the heart of many of the world's great distilleries, including Macallan, Craigallachie and Glen Moray.
Distillery Story
Aceo Spirits is a family owned company, producing a range of premium spirits for supermarkets, hotel chains and spirit distributors around the world. We can provide you with a wide portfolio of Scotch whisky, as well as Irish and American whiskey, rum, London dry gin, tequila and vodka.
We have been in the drinks industry over 20 years and our highly experienced team is at your disposal.
Whether you need bottled stock, bulk spirits, private label, bottling, labelling or transport services, our team stands ready to assist you to realise your vision.
Aceo Spirits works with a number of bonded facilities, including our own traditional operations, in Scotland’s famous whisky producing region, Speyside. Our widely experienced and knowledgeable team take care of one of the largest, most diverse stock holdings of whisky and spirits in Scotland.
