This bottle is a precious vintage bottle of Ballantine's 17 Year Old, known as the ultimate Scotch whisky, which was in circulation during the golden age of whisky in the early 1980s. It conveys the rich, mellow flavor of a time when the quality of the raw spirit was higher than that of current products.
The bottle's shape is characterized by its rounded, firm shoulders. The solid feel you get when you pick it up speaks to the high quality of the era. The Royal Warrant coat of arms in the center of the label indicates the brand's prestige, and it was bottled to the old international standard of 4/5 quart for the American market, with an alcohol content of 86 proof (43%). This bottle, which is filled to a higher alcohol content than the current product (40%), confirms the premium quality of the time.
Ballantine's from this era have a higher malt ratio than current products, resulting in a more complex and full-bodied flavor. The aroma features the sweetness of ripe pear and honey, with a subtle hint of peat characteristic of bottles from this era in the background, creating an elegant aroma. The palate is extremely mellow and smooth. Creamy vanilla and the deep, penetrating flavor of long-aged malt spread throughout the mouth, creating a balanced and elegant taste. The finish is dry, yet retains a refined smoky and nutty aroma, allowing you to feel the depth of history with every sip. This bottle, packed with whisky history, is a supreme bottle that offers an exceptional tasting experience.
As this is an old bottle, there may be signs of a drop in the liquid level and changes to the label over time. This whiskey also contains sediment. Please check the condition and only consider purchasing if you understand this.
Product name: Ballantine's 17 Year Old Blue-Blue Flag
Release price at the time: Approximately 15,000 yen
Note 1 : We carefully select our products, but because this product was manufactured many years ago, it may not retain its original quality. Therefore, even if you are not satisfied with the quality, we cannot accept returns or refunds after purchase. We apologize for the inconvenience, but please be aware of this before purchasing.
Note 2 : Even if an old bottle of whiskey is unopened, the volume may have gradually evaporated over the years and decreased. Our store uses the shoulder line of the bottle as a criterion and only carefully selects products that we deem suitable for sale.
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