{"product_id":"ballantines-very-old-scotch-whisky-2","title":"Ballantine's 30-year 1990's with box","description":"\u003cp\u003eBallantine's Very Old Scotch Whisky, aged for three decades, delivers a profound and intricate tasting experience, a testament to nearly two centuries of blending mastery. This exceptional spirit offers layers of dried fruit, rich oak, and nuanced smoke, achieving a sublime harmony that only time can bestow. A true icon of aged Scotch, it promises a journey through its remarkable depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e A symphony of aged complexity, revealing deep European oak notes intertwined with dried fruits like figs and dates, almond paste, and a subtle whisper of peat smoke. Hints of old leather, worn antique furniture, and a persistent backbone of honeyed malt emerge with time in the glass, all balanced by a delicate floral top note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxuriously smooth and incredibly well-integrated, the palate opens with rich dark chocolate, sweet malt, and stewed autumn fruits – apples, pears, and plums. Layers of nutty sherry cask influence are evident, alongside a gentle zest of orange peel and a touch of roasted coffee. The modest proof allows for a full exploration of its intricate flavors without aggressive heat, showcasing remarkable balance and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming, and profoundly satisfying. The fruit and oak gracefully recede, replaced by lingering notes of toasted walnuts, soft spice (clove, cinnamon), and a whisper of oceanic salinity. A faint ghost of smoke persists, concluding in a dry, elegant, and contemplative end that invites repeated sips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \n      \n        \u003ch3\u003eAbout the Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eGeorge Ballantine and Son Ltd. was established in 1827 by George Ballantine, a young farmer's son who opened a small grocery store in Edinburgh, Scotland. He began blending whiskies shortly thereafter, pioneering the art of blended Scotch. The company quickly gained a reputation for quality, eventually receiving a Royal Warrant and becoming one of the most revered names in Scotch whisky. Their meticulous blending philosophy, often drawing from a vast inventory of aged malts and grains, ensures consistency and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"George Ballantine and Son Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53428168786227,"sku":"0000 BALL 30Y 0866","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1187\/6915\/files\/Ballantine_s_Very_Old_Scotch_Whisky_bed6d9b6-5792-448a-8b48-0e352a5eb73b.jpg?v=1780597758","url":"https:\/\/subrosaselections.com\/products\/ballantines-very-old-scotch-whisky-2","provider":"Sub Rosa Selections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}