Old Ballantruan 10 years old Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50%

Under the name Old Ballantruan hides Tomintoul's peated alter ego – a heavily smoked Speyside malt from a distillery otherwise known for the opposite.

Expert Review

Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% is a Peated Single Speyside Malt Whisky matured in bourbon casks and bottled at 50% ABV.

Tomintoul Distillery sits in the beautiful Cromdale Hills in the Speyside-Glenlivet region, near the source of the River Avon, and is known as one of Scotland's highest-altitude distilleries. While the core spirit is soft and light, the name Old Ballantruan is used for the distillery's peated expressions, where peated malt gives an entirely different, smoky character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose offers peat and caramel, with a hint of oak and a light vanilla sweetness.

Palate

The palate is round and sweet with clear smoke, supported by caramel and a mild spiciness.

Finish

The finish is soft and medium-long, with lingering peaty smoke and a final hint of sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50%
Distillery: Tomintoul
Region: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Peated Single Speyside Malt Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: bourbon casks
Non-chill Filtered: Yes
EAN No.: 5021349701842

Flavour Profile

Peated · Caramel · Sweet

Did You Know?

Old Ballantruan is named after an old settlement near Tomintoul and is used exclusively for the distillery's peated bottlings, while the Tomintoul name is reserved for the soft, light core range.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50%

What does Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% taste like?

Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 50% ABV.

Which glass suits Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Tomintoul?

Tomintoul is known for a style that comes through clearly in Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Old Ballantruan 10 år Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.