Old Ballantruan The Peated Malt 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Gift Box 700ml

Old Ballantruan The Peated Malt 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Gift Box 700ml

Old Ballantruan The Peated Malt 15 Year Old is a distinctive and robust single malt Scotch whisky from the heart of Speyside. This peated whisky is known for its smoky character, which is balanced with complex flavors developed over 15 years of maturation. Presented in a beautifully crafted gift box, this whisky makes for an ideal gift or a treasured addition to any whisky collection.

• Brand: Old Ballantruan
• Type: Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Age: 15 Years
• Volume: 700ml
• ABV: 50%
• Origin: Speyside, Scotland

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Intense peaty aromas with hints of roasted nuts, vanilla, and dried fruits.
• Palate: Bold and smoky, with layers of oak, dark chocolate, dried fruit, and a touch of spice, balanced by sweet malt.
• Finish: Long, rich, and smoky, with lingering notes of peat and oak, leaving a warming sensation.

Key Features:

• Peated Expression: Offers a unique peated style, uncommon for Speyside whiskies, delivering an exceptional smoky flavor.
• Aged 15 Years: This extended aging process allows for a deeper, more mature character.
• Gift Box: Beautifully presented in an elegant box, perfect for gifting or collectors.

Tomintoul has earned the nickname “the gentle dram”, but it has an alter ego: ‘Old Ballantruan’ – a laid-back beast of a whisky where mature, creamy Speyside malt meets Highland peat reek. The ten year old took Jim Murray aback, commenting, “ye gods!! This is packing some peat!! Young it may be …but…well…ye gods!!” (89.5 points).

The 15 year old steps up into the top percentile of world whisky ratings. Normally verbose, Mr.Murray capped his review to just three words. See below. (95 points).

Other reviews… A Tomintoul Classic! 95 points

50% Alc./vol. – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2020