Bladnoch Samhla Range Prior 1990 70CL

Bladnoch Samhla Range, Prior 1990, is part of Bladnoch's Samhla series — a name drawn from the Scottish Gaelic word for 'ghost' or 'apparition', reflecting whisky distilled before the distillery's various periods of closure and revival. Bladnoch, Scotland's southernmost distillery located in the Lowlands, has a turbulent history of repeated closures and reopenings, and stock distilled prior to 1990 represents spirit from an earlier, now-vanished chapter of the distillery's production. As Lowland whisky, expect a lighter, gentler style than the bolder Highland or Islay traditions: soft floral and grassy notes typically define the region's character, layered here with the complexity that comes from over three decades of maturation. On the nose, anticipate delicate florals, light citrus, and soft honey sweetness, deepening into more developed dried fruit and gentle oak notes on the palate. The finish should be smooth and moderately long, reflecting the elegant, understated character Lowland whisky is traditionally known for. Given the rarity of pre-1990 Bladnoch stock and the distillery's complicated ownership history, this bottling holds genuine appeal for whisky historians and Lowland whisky enthusiasts specifically interested in tracing the evolution of one of Scotland's most storied and resilient distilleries. Best enjoyed neat, allowing its gentle, historic character to unfold slowly.