Blair Athol 11 yo (2014), Signatory – 100 Proof Edition #64 (Oloroso), 57.1%

Introduction

Blair Athol Distillery is located in the Scottish Highland town of Pitlochry and is one of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, with roots dating back to 1798. Best known as the backbone of Bell’s blended whisky, this exclusively bottled single malt from Signatory Vintage represents a rare opportunity to experience Blair Athol’s character in its most honest and undiluted form – selected from a single 2nd fill Oloroso Sherry Butt, cask #64.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Traditional Scottish malted barley from the Scottish Highlands, distilled at Blair Athol Distillery in Pitlochry, Perthshire
• Distillation process: Distilled in 2014 using copper pot stills following traditional Highland methods, producing a rich and full-bodied new make spirit
• Maturation: 11 years in a 2nd fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (cask #64), contributing subtle yet enduring sherry depth without overpowering the distillate’s natural character
• Special techniques: Bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of the exclusive 100 Proof Edition at natural cask strength of 57.1% ABV – non-chill filtered and without any colouring added, preserving the whisky’s full authenticity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich and inviting, with dark, ripe fruits such as plums and raisins, followed by notes of dried orange peel, dark chocolate, walnuts and a gentle hint of oak spice from the Oloroso cask’s long influence
• Palate: Full-bodied and warming on the palate with a distinct sherry-driven sweetness – rich layers of dark berries, sultanas, candied fruit and caramel, balanced by warm spices such as cinnamon and clove, along with a subtle nutty complexity from the Oloroso-matured cask
• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering notes of dried fruit, dark chocolate and oak – an elegant and harmonious conclusion that underscores 11 years of patient maturation

Serving Suggestions

• Serving temperature: Room temperature, approximately 18–20°C for optimal aromatic development
• Glassware: Tulip-shaped whisky nosing glass (e.g. Glencairn) to concentrate and highlight the complex aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat, with the option of adding a single drop of cold spring water to open up deeper flavour layers and temper the alcohol strength – allow the glass a few minutes to rest after pouring
• Food pairings: Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, strong cheeses such as Stilton or aged cheddar, walnuts, duck confit, and desserts with a caramel or plum base

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 57.1% ABV (natural cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70 cl
• Country/region of origin: Scotland – Blair Athol Distillery, Pitlochry, Perthshire (Scottish Highlands)
• Certifications/Awards: Bottled under Signatory Vintage’s acclaimed 100 Proof Edition – a series that consistently receives high recognition among whisky enthusiasts and critics for its uncompromising quality and transparency

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Blair Athol 11 yo (2014) from Signatory’s 100 Proof Edition is a rare and uncompromising whisky that succeeds in uniting Blair Athol’s classic Highland depth with the rich, enveloping character gained from 11 years in a 2nd fill Oloroso Sherry Butt.

As a single cask bottling, this whisky exists in a limited number of bottles – and once they’re gone, they’re gone. This is one of those rare opportunities to own a piece of Scottish whisky history in its most authentic form.

Signatory Vintage is one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers, with decades of experience selecting and bottling exceptional single casks – a guarantee of quality and authenticity in every bottle.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Signatory’s 100 Proof Edition has earned a strong and loyal following among serious whisky lovers around the world, who appreciate the series for its unfiltered honesty and high alcohol content at natural cask strength.

By choosing Blair Athol 11 yo from this series, you join a community of whisky connoisseurs who consistently choose authenticity, craftsmanship and depth over commercial mass production.

The recognition this whisky has received is not based on a single good year – it is the result of Signatory’s continuous and unwavering dedication to finding and bottling only the finest casks from Scotland’s most compelling distilleries.

From Blair Athol and Signatory to You

With care and respect for the raw material, Signatory Vintage has carefully selected this very cask from Blair Athol to give whisky lovers access to a distillery character that is rarely encountered in this form – an expression of craftsmanship and passion, delivered directly to your glass.

For over 200 years, Blair Athol Distillery has been dedicated to producing whisky of the highest calibre in the heart of the Scottish Highlands – a heritage and love of the craft that can be tasted in every single dram.

Become part of the story, and let this exclusive 100 Proof Edition cask #64 bring Scotland’s rich whisky heritage right to your door – before the last bottles find new owners.