Mossburn Vintage Cask No.39 Blair Athol 2008 is a 16-year-old single malt drawn from Blair Athol Distillery and presented at cask strength to showcase the distillery’s classic Highland weight and warmth. Matured predominantly in Oloroso sherry casks, this release emphasises dried fruit, warming spice and a robust, lingering finish.
This bottling stands out for its combination of age and sherry maturation: the extended time in Oloroso casks draws deep dried-fruit complexity and rounded sweetness from the spirit, while the cask strength bottling preserves full texture and intensity. It is an ideal dram for those seeking a powerful Highland character with sherry-led depth.
This full-bodied sherried single malt pairs well with roast duck or slow-braised beef for a savoury match, while vegetarians will find it rewarding alongside roasted beetroot with walnut and blue cheese, and it also sits beautifully with Christmas pudding or a plate of dried figs and toasted almonds.
The nose opens with rich dried fruits and warm spice; the palate unfolds layers of sultana, fig and orange peel balanced by nutmeg and toasted oak, finishing long and warming with a mouthcoating sherry sweetness.
Highlands, Scotland
54.1% ABV