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Ballantine’s unveils first single grain whisky
Chivas Brothers-owned Scotch whisky brand Ballantine’s has released its first single grain expression, finished in two types of casks.
Named Ballantine’s Single Distillery, the expression was created by master blender Sandy Hyslop by blending grain whiskies from Strathclyde Distillery.
The Glasgow-based grain distillery has played a significant role in Ballantine’s blends for decades.
The new single grain release features a double cask finish, in rum and extra-charred American oak barrels, and is said to deliver fruity and floral flavours, such as white peach, charred pineapple, red apples, lemon zest and toasted almonds on the palate.
Hyslop commented: “One of the things I enjoy most about my job as master blender is to be able to experiment and continue to push boundaries, just like our founder George Ballantine, who was doing things his own way and breaking conventional codes of whisky as far back as 1827.
“Ballantine’s Single Distillery was created to challenge perceptions of grain whisky and offers a whisky that really showcases the quality of the grain used. The addition of the double cask finish results in an exceptionally smooth Scotch, making for a refined drinking experience to savour during those finer moments in life.”
Housed in an amber-coloured bottle with a metallic copper crest, Ballantine’s Single Distillery is a permanent addition to the brand’s range and will be available from November 2024. The RRP varies per market.
Earlier this year, in the brand’s music-inspired collaboration series, Ballantine’s teamed up with Wu-Tang Clan frontman RZA for a limited edition bottle.
In September, the brand extended its True Music Icons collection with two limited edition bottle designs dedicated to John Lennon and Elton John.
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