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Ballantine's Finest Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's4.7(12,000 reviews)
Ballantine's Finest is the world-renowned, flagship blended Scotch whisky that launched the brand's international legacy. The original recipe has remained virtually unchanged since 1910, blending over 40 select malt and grain whiskies dominated by the Speyside malts of Miltonduff and Glenburgie. Pours a bright gold color and features soft, elegant aromas of heather honey and a touch of spice. A light-bodied, perfectly balanced blend, it offers milk chocolate, red apple, and sweet vanilla notes with a fresh, floral finish.
Bottle Size
Selected Price
₹1,850/ 750 ML
Efficiency
₹74
per 30ml
ABV
40%
Region
Speyside, Scotland
Category
Blended Scotch
Type
Premium
State Excise Comparison
Compare Ballantine's Finest Blended Scotch Whisky Price Across Major Cities (2026)
Official retail vend prices vary across states due to excise duty, VAT, and transport tariffs.
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Lowest MRP in India
Gurgaon: ₹1,400
GoaViewing
Goa
Standard 750ml
₹1,850+32%
Gurgaon
Haryana
Standard 750ml
₹1,400
Delhi
Delhi NCT
Standard 750ml
₹1,670+19%
Lucknow
Uttar Pradesh
Standard 750ml
₹1,790+28%
Jaipur
Rajasthan
Standard 750ml
₹1,840+31%
Kolkata
West Bengal
Standard 750ml
₹2,040+46%
Mumbai
Maharashtra
Standard 750ml
₹2,500+79%
Hyderabad
Telangana
Standard 750ml
₹2,720+94%
Bangalore
Karnataka
Standard 750ml
₹2,870+105%
Rates cross-verified with State Excise Department notifications & authorized L-2 retail vends.
Prices range from ₹1,400 to ₹2,870 Official Regulatory Notice
Goa Liquor Laws & State Excise Policy (2026)
Retail prices and vend operations in Goa are regulated by the Commissioner of Excise, Government of Goa under the state excise framework.
Legal Drinking Age
18+ Years
Verified photo ID mandatory at retail vends
Operating Hours
09:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed on gazetted State Dry Days
Authorized Outlets
Licensed Retail Liquor Stores & Supermarkets
Possession Limit
Standard personal consumption; transit permit required for export
Inter-State Transit WarningCarrying liquor bottles outside Goa boundary requires an official Excise Transit Permit (max 2 bottles permitted with official receipt). Carrying without permit is a non-bailable offense in neighboring Karnataka and Maharashtra.
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Origin: Speyside
Scotland, UK
Speyside is the most densely concentrated whisky-producing region in Scotland, home to over half the country's distilleries. Known for elegant, complex whiskies with fruity and floral notes.
Climate
Mild climate with pure river waters from the Spey
Famous For
Glenfiddich, Macallan, Glenlivet, Aberlour
The Art of the Cask
This Ballantine's Finest Blended Scotch Whisky represents the pinnacle of barrel maturation. The interaction between the distillate and the wood in this premium expression results in a profound depth of character specifically for the Goa market.
The profile is anchored by Elegant Heather Honey and Sweet Milk Chocolate, characteristic of Ballantine's's proprietary distillation process in Speyside, Scotland.
Flavor Intensity
sweet50%
smokey35%
spicy40%
fruity45%
body60%
🍽️ Perfect Pairings
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Herb-Crusted Grilled Ribeye🧀
Caramelized Walnuts🍫
Warm Apple Crumble🥘
Matured Cheddar“The right pairing elevates both the spirit and the plate. We recommend serving at room temperature for the full aromatic experience.”
Expert Q&A
QHow long has Ballantine's Finest been produced?
The recipe for Ballantine's Finest was perfected in 1910 and has remained virtually identical for over a century, representing a timeless standard of blending quality.
QWhat is the alcohol strength (ABV) of Ballantine's Finest?
Ballantine's Finest Blended Scotch Whisky is bottled at 40.0% ABV.
QWhat is the best way to drink Ballantine's Finest?
It is exceptionally versatile: enjoy it neat, on the rocks, or in a classic Scotch highball mixed with cola, club soda, or ginger ale.
Sommelier Tasting Profile & Notes
Palate dimensions, aroma evaluation, and user tasting impressions
AVERAGE RATING
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
Tasting Dimensions
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4.7 / 5.0Taste & FlavorComplexity and palate richness
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4.7 / 5.0Value for MoneyPrice to quality benchmark
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5.0 / 5.0Smoothness & FinishMellowness and lingering aftertaste
Rating Distribution
Breakdown of reviewer opinions
4.7/5
3 Tasting Scores
5 Star
67%
4 Star
33%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
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Beverage Specialist Tasting ProfileScores and aroma profiles synthesized from master distillers, sommeliers, and verified community tasting submissions.
Community & Sommelier Notes (3)
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Subhashis Sen
Tasting NotePanaji, Goa • May 12, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 5/5
“Absolutely spectacular! Visited a local outlet in Panaji and picked up Ballantine's Finest Blended Scotch Whisky. At ₹1,850 in Goa, this represents incredible value. The notes of Elegant Heather Honey and Sweet Milk Chocolate pair phenomenally well with home-cooked Pork Vindaloo. Highly recommended!”
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Ananya Banerjee
Tasting NoteTito's Lane, Goa • May 07, 2026
Taste: 4/5Value: 5/5
“A highly sophisticated Scotch Whisky by Ballantine's. Wonderfully smooth on the throat with subtle hints of Elegant Heather Honey and Crisp Red Apple. Serving this neat during a family gathering in Tito's Lane was a major hit, especially alongside local Goan Fish Curry!”
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Siddharth Mukhopadhyay
Tasting NoteCalangute, Goa • April 29, 2026
Taste: 5/5Value: 4/5
“I'm thoroughly impressed by Ballantine's's execution here. The palate is extremely rich with a refined finish highlighting Sweet Milk Chocolate. At the Goa price of ₹1,850, it's easily one of the best choices in its segment paired with Baked Sandesh.”
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