BALLANTINE’S CERAMIC DECANTER
$320.00
Description
Ballantine’s Ceramic Decanters typically house aged blended Scotch whisky, often the 21-year-old expression, presented in a distinctive blue or navy ceramic bottle produced by Wade Porcelain. These decanters, popular in the 1990s and early 2000s, feature a classic design reflecting the brand’s heritage and the whisky’s premium quality. The decanters themselves are considered collector’s items, adding to the appeal of the whisky within.Â
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
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Age and Blend:The ceramic decanters often contain Ballantine’s 21 Year Old, a blend of carefully selected malt and grain whiskies, each matured for at least 21 years in oak casks. The exact blend can vary, but it is known for its high proportion of single malt whiskies.Â
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Ceramic Bottle:The decanters are crafted from ceramic, often by Wade Porcelain. The blue or navy color is a common characteristic, and the decanter’s design is meant to be both elegant and reflective of the whisky’s quality.Â
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Flavor Profile:The 21-year-old blend is known for its smooth, powerful, and rich taste, with notes of sweet fruit, toffee, caramel, honey, and spice, balanced by subtle hints of smoke and oak. The whisky is often enjoyed neat or with a drop of water.Â
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Collector’s Item:The decanters are highly sought after by collectors due to their unique design, the age of the whisky, and the historical significance of the brand.Â
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Packaging:The decanter may come in a box, and the condition of both the bottle and the packaging should be considered when evaluating a specific decanter.Â
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Vintage Examples:Ballantine’s also produced ceramic decanters for their Finest blended Scotch in the 1970s, showcasing a different era of presentation.Â
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