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Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Years (700 ml. deluxe gift box) Ballantine's
The Ballantine’s Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Years Old is crafted from rare whiskies aged at least 30 years, some from distilleries now closed. With a deep golden-yellow hue, it opens on elegant aromas of pear and peach, enriched by vanilla, honey and subtle smoky notes. The palate is complex and powerful, balancing floral and fruity nuances that lead to a long, spicy finish. Slow oak cask aging imparts a velvety, lasting structure. Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water, it pairs with extra dark chocolate, aged cheeses and fine cigars, reserved for special occasions due to its exclusivity.
- Product Category
- Whisky
- Denomination
- Blended Whisky
- Type
- Scotch Whisky - Blended
- Type of Production
- Distilled
- Other Features
- Cold Filtered
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Malt
- Aging
- 30 years
- Format
- 700 ml.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Region
- Speyside
- Alcohol Content
- 43% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Very wide tulip glass
- Packaging
- Wooden box, Gift Box
- Gastronomic Pairings
- After Dinner - Meditation
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
- Overall Rating
- 98/100
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Ballantine’s
Immersed in the ancient charm of the Scottish lands, Ballantine’s represents a fundamental chapter in the history of Blended Scotch Whisky. This illustrious distillery has captured the hearts of whisky enthusiasts worldwide thanks to its ability to blend tradition and innovation in a harmonious balance. Each bottle of Ballantine’s represents a sensory journey, a tribute to the artisanal mastery that has made Scottish whiskies famous globally.
Scotland, with its breathtaking landscapes and ancient traditions, provides the ideal context for the production of a superior quality whisky. Ballantine’s stands out for its production of Blended Scotch Whisky, an art that requires unparalleled skill in expertly blending different varieties of single malt and grain whisky. This meticulous blend gives rise to a range of whiskies that are characterized by their extraordinary versatility and a quality that remains consistent over time.
The Ballantine’s Finest is a masterpiece of balance and delicacy, with its soft notes of honey and vanilla dancing on the palate, while the 17 Years Old offers a more complex and profound experience, with layers of flavors that slowly unfold. The 21 Years Old represents the pinnacle of refinement, a whisky that encapsulates decades of experience and passion.
Let yourself be seduced by the Ballantine’s range on Vino45, where the excellence of Blended Scotch Whisky is manifested in every sip, promising an unforgettable experience and an immersion in the most authentic Scottish tradition.
Address:
40 Moffat St, Glasgow G5 0PD, Scotland
Color: Deep amber with rich golden highlights reflecting extended cask aging.
Nose: Complex bouquet of chestnut honey, dried fruits, sweet spices, vanilla, and subtle smoky and peaty nuances.
Palate: Smooth and enveloping, balancing caramel and honey sweetness with dark chocolate, spiced oak, and a long lingering smoky finish.
- International Spirits Challenge: Gold medal, “The World’s Best Blended Scotch”
- World Whiskies Awards: "Best Scotch Blended"
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THE WHISKY
The Ballantine’s Blended Scotch Whisky 30 Years Old is crafted from rare whiskies aged at least 30 years, some from distilleries now closed. With a deep golden-yellow hue, it opens on elegant aromas of pear and peach, enriched by vanilla, honey and subtle smoky notes. The palate is complex and powerful, balancing floral and fruity nuances that lead to a long, spicy finish. Slow oak cask aging imparts a velvety, lasting structure. Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water, it pairs with extra dark chocolate, aged cheeses and fine cigars, reserved for special occasions due to its exclusivity.
THE DISTILLERY
George Ballantine started his business at the age of just nineteen, later passing on his blending experience to his sons George II, Archibald, and Daniel, as well as to his grandson George III. All of them contributed to forging the undisputed reputation of their whisky. In 1895, Ballantine & Son even received an honor from Queen Victoria, the highest recognition testifying to the prestige of the company. The first blended whisky of the Ballantine’s family was the Finest, in 1910, which still stands as the oldest recipe in the current product range. Every day, almost 200,000 bottles of Finest are sold worldwide, demonstrating a quality that endures over time.
The next master blender was George Robertson, who was not related to the Ballantine family. Having inherited this position after World War I and 13 years of prohibition, he found himself with many casks of aged whisky. George Robertson created the first 17-year-old aged scotch (which still holds the reputation of being the most renowned) and the prestigious Ballantine’s 30.
Jack Goudy continued our tradition of excellence with the 12-year-old aged blend. He also taught the craft to two future master blenders, ensuring a long life for the quality of Ballantine’s products. Jack explained to his apprentices the importance of sourcing the best scotch and aging them in the finest American oak casks. Since then, new American oak casks arrive every year, guaranteeing the high quality and flavor as always.
Robert Hicks, a perfectionist in the whisky world, was the first talent to flourish thanks to Goudy’s teachings. Before becoming master blender, he worked with Jack for 24 years. His nose for whisky was known to all.
Sandy Hyslop, the current master blender and the second talent trained by Goudy, loves to introduce novelties at Ballantine’s. Extremely prolific professionally, he is responsible for introducing new whisky flavors, such as Ballantine’s Brasil and Hard Fired. Sandy has also added Ballantine’s 40, a product of which he is particularly proud, as well as the ultimate expression of aged whisky in the range. Sandy, with his approach based on continuous and firsthand observation of the product (sniffing about 250 samples every day), defines the direction of Ballantine’s.
Thanks to the influence of these five master blenders, Ballantine’s is now the number 1 scotch whisky in Europe and number 2 in the world. Currently, Ballantine’s has the most complete range of aged blended scotch whisky of quality in the world.