TBWC Blair Athol 8YO 500mL

Vibrant, earthy, and full of Highland character, the Blair Athol 8 Year Old from That Boutique-y Whisky Company offers a youthful yet flavour-packed take on one of Scotland’s most underrated distilleries. Best known as a key malt in Bell’s blends, Blair Athol here shines on its own — raw, spirited, and unmistakably bold. On the nose, it greets with dried hay, malty biscuits, and apple skins, followed by a rustic warmth of wet leaves, heather, and a dash of gingerbread spice. There's a waxy, slightly funky depth that hints at its traditional worm-tub character. The palate is punchy and textured, delivering notes of toffee apple, bramble jam, and nutty malt loaf. A slight sulphuric edge — common in young Blair Athol — weaves into barley sugar, clove, and black tea, giving the dram an earthy robustness. The mouthfeel is dense and chewy, with underlying spice and tannin providing grip.The finish is medium-long and drying, with oak spice, malt extract, and a touch of bitter orange peel. It’s a whisky that wears its youthful edge proudly — raw yet rewarding, ideal for fans of characterful Highland malts.