{"id":41574,"date":"2019-04-11T11:08:31","date_gmt":"2019-04-11T10:08:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/?p=41574"},"modified":"2019-04-11T11:08:31","modified_gmt":"2019-04-11T10:08:31","slug":"balblair-highland-malt-debuts-stylish-travel-collection-whiskies-dufry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutyfreehunter.com\/blog\/balblair-highland-malt-debuts-stylish-travel-collection-whiskies-dufry\/","title":{"rendered":"Balblair Highland Malt debuts stylish Travel Collection whiskies with Dufry"},"content":{"rendered":"

A new travel collection of single malt Scotch whiskies has been launched by multi-award-winning Highland distillery, Balblair. The new suite of expressions will be available in global travel retail from April 1 and features an exciting and striking new look, specifically designed to catch the eye of passengers in the highly competitive travel retail environment.<\/p>\n

The new travel collection series features four whiskies, including one that is exclusive to Global Travel Retail. Each is meticulously hand selected, while all retain the distillery\u2019s unmistakable true Highland character.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Travel Collection includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 12-Year-Old<\/strong> – matured in American oak ex-bourbon and double-fired American oak casks, with notes of dried orange, ground spices and sweet vanilla. The one litre size distinguishes this from the domestic collection.
\n\u2022 15-Year-Old<\/strong> – matured initially in American oak ex-bourbon casks, followed by first-fill Spanish oak butts, with notes of honey and spicy vanilla, followed by a wave of warm sweet tart. The one litre size distinguishes this from the domestic collection.
\n\u2022 17-Year-Old (GTR EXCLUSIVE)<\/strong> – matured initially in American oak ex-bourbon casks, followed by first-fill Spanish oak butts for exceptional depth and charisma, this traveller-exclusive Balblair shows great complexity with mature notes of bitter chocolate and cooked sultanas, root spices and thick honey. This is a celebratory, confident expression of this elegant spirit, masterfully crafted through impeccable cask selection and slow, patient ageing. Available as a 75cl.
\n\u2022 25-Year-Old<\/strong> – matured initially in American oak ex-bourbon casks then reshaped in Oloroso Spanish oak, with notes of oily citrus, chocolate praline, fresh tobacco leaf and blood oranges. Available as a 75cl.<\/p>\n

In a move away from the distillery\u2019s current \u2018vintage-only\u2019 approach, the launch of this collection signals a new era for Balblair. While each expression offers its own unique appeal, the series as a whole stays true to Balblair\u2019s house style, following a gentle and considered approach with its focus firmly on quality over quantity \u2013 an attribute Balblair has become renowned for.<\/p>\n

John MacDonald, Distillery Manager at Balblair, said: \u201cAs one of the oldest working distilleries in the Scottish Highlands, Balblair has a long and rich history of crafting premium single malt Scotch whisky. These new expressions are true to the unique characteristics that have made Balblair such a popular brand amongst whisky aficionados.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are proud of our heritage and we will continue to honour our centuries-old traditions, but we also look forward in our quiet pursuit of perfection.\u201d<\/p>\n

Commenting on the reveal, International Beverage Sales Director for Global Travel Retail James Bateman said: \u201cThese new Balblair expressions are another example of our commitment to building distinctive and desirable premium brands in travel retail.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis range sets a new standard to personify the distinctive house style and unmistakable quality and provenance of Balblair. Each expression has its own unique characteristics; all of them exude Balblair\u2019s True Highland Spirit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Inspired by Balblair\u2019s rich past, the packaging for the new collection is reflective of the distillery\u2019s unique and idyllic location. It takes subtle cues from the surrounding landscape: its pure Highland water source and the Pictish \u2018Z-rod\u2019 carvings etched on the ancient Clach Biorach standing stone located on the distillery\u2019s doorstep. A larger logo area and new label font has also been incorporated into the design to create greater on-shelf brand visibility.<\/p>\n

The travel collection launches initially with Dufry [World Duty Free and World of Whiskies] through its UK airports, listing three of the four expressions (12, 15, 17 year olds) from April 2019, before rolling out globally.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Retail prices are:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Balblair 12 Years Old 46% 100cl : RRP \u00a349.99\/ \u20ac55.00 \/ $65.00
\nBalblair 15 Years Old 46% 100cl : RRP \u00a374.99 \/ \u20ac85.00 \/ $100.00
\nBalblair 17 Years Old 46% 70cl : RRP \u00a3100.00 \/ \u20ac115.00 \/ $130.00
\nBalblair 25 Years Old 46% 70cl : RRP \u00a3430.00 \/ \u20ac480.00 \/ $565.00<\/p>\n

For more information visit: www.balblair.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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