Ballantine's 17 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

The tasting notes for Ballantine's 17 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky highlight its complexity and refined character: Nose: A rich, inviting bouquet of honey, toffee, and dried fruits with subtle hints of spice and a delicate layer of oak. The aroma is warm and inviting, drawing you in for a deeper exploration. Palate: On the palate, it is smooth and well-balanced with notes of dark chocolate, raisins, and a hint of vanilla. The blend of malt and grain whiskies creates a harmonious taste, with the oak giving a gentle spiciness that adds complexity without overpowering the sweetness. Finish: The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of toasted oak and a faint touch of smoke, leaving a satisfying and refined aftertaste. Each sip of Ballantine's 17 Year Old is a journey through layers of flavor, offering an exceptional balance of sweetness, spice, and oak influence.

Ballantine’s is a renowned brand of blended Scotch whisky produced by Chivas Brothers, a subsidiary of Pernod Ricard, in Dumbarton, Scotland.

🏰 Historical Background
The origins of Ballantine’s date back to 1827, when George Ballantine established a small grocery store in Edinburgh, Scotland, specializing in whisky. Over time, the business expanded, and in 1865, George began creating his own blends, laying the foundation for the Ballantine’s brand.

In 1937, the brand was acquired by the Canadian distilling company Hiram Walker Gooderham & Worts, which later became part of Allied Domecq in 1988. In 2005, Pernod Ricard acquired Allied Domecq, bringing Ballantine’s under its portfolio.

🏭 Production Facilities
Ballantine’s operates several distilleries in Scotland, with key facilities including:

Miltonduff Distillery (Speyside): Known for producing a significant portion of the malt whisky used in Ballantine’s blends.

Glenburgie Distillery (Highlands): Another vital contributor to the brand's signature flavor profile.

Strathclyde Grain Distillery (Glasgow): Handles grain whisky production, complementing the malt whiskies in Ballantine’s blends.

🧪 Master Blending Tradition
The art of blending is central to Ballantine’s philosophy. The brand has been guided by a lineage of expert Master Blenders, with Sandy Hyslop serving as the current Master Blender, continuing the tradition of crafting exceptional blended Scotch whiskies.

Size: 750 mL

Proof: 43%
*Please note that the ABV may vary