A higher abv expression of the traditional Ballantine's that gives it a little more depth in flavor. Bottled at 43%abv. On the nose, very straightforward. Vanilla, custard cream, Cookie Dough. Mostly sweet. On the palate, Vanilla, Herbal spices, Tea, Chocolate, Caramel and "melcocha". Aftertaste has a ginger note mixed with puffs of smoke. It is your typical Ballantine's with a little more power. Overall, this is a 78/100 dram.
3.70
About this bottle
Ballantine’s Limited was created by Master Blender Sandy Hyslop, only the fifth person in the brand's 180-plus year history to hold this post. This no-age-statement release is made from a blend of exclusively rare malt and grain whiskies, both young and old, from distilleries all over Scotland. Initially launched in 2000, its packaging was redesigned and relaunched in 2010. It's bottled at 43% ABV.
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