Review #: 61
Description: Blackadder Raw Cask Bunnahabhain 2007
Spirit: Scotch
Background: Blackadder is an Independent Bottler typically focusing on bottling whiskies without adulteration. Their Raw Cask line specifically does not include any sort of filtering so bottles often include particles of barrel char. This bottle was distilled at Bunnahabhain in 2007 and aged for 10 years in a hogshead with a sherry finish.
Distillery – Bunnahabhain
Bottler – Blackadder
Brand – Blackadder
Selection – N/A
ABV – 61.4%
Age – 10 Years
Nose – Graham cracker, raisin, honey, vanilla, sharp ethanol at the back
Taste – Maple syrup, cinnamon chip pancakes, raisin, dates, barrel spice
Finish – Heat comes in but settles into a lingering taste of altering sweet and spicy cinnamon along with sweet sugar
Score: 9
Would I buy a bottle? Absolutely
Thoughts: Wow. From the moment of opening this sample, my nose was filled with maple syrup and sweet earthy fruits. The taste didn’t disappoint. The alcohol content definitely shows up as 61.4% is no joke, but it doesn’t over power. I would love to sip on this endlessly. I believe it retails for just under $200 and at that price I would definitely grab a bottle if I was able to find one.