Product Description

Ballantine’s 7 is a blended Scotch whisky aged 7 years and bottled at 40% ABV. The bourbon-barrel finish gives it layers of honey, vanilla, and creamy sweetness, while retaining its Scotch identity.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Sweet and inviting; honey, vanilla, red apple

• Palate: Creamy, smooth; caramel, toasted marshmallow, ripe pear

• Finish: Long and sweet; lingering vanilla and oak

• Balance & Complexity: Smooth, creamy, and versatile; emphasizes sweet and vanilla-forward flavors

Available Sizes

• 750ml

ABV

• 40%

Style / Type

• Blended Scotch Whisky

Company / Producer

• Ballantine’s (Chivas Brothers / Pernod Ricard)

Distillery Location

• Scotland

Awards

• N/A

Expression / Variant

• 7 Year Old American Barrel

Aged Period / Cask Type / Release Year

• 7 years; finished in first-fill American Bourbon barrels

Ballantine’s 7 Year Old American Barrel Price in Kolkata

Serving Ideas & Recipes

• The “7-Year” Old Fashioned: 60ml Ballantine’s 7 + 10ml sugar syrup + 2 dashes orange bitters. Stir with large ice block 30 sec, garnish with orange peel.

• The “American Barrel” Highball: 60ml Ballantine’s 7 + 120ml chilled soda + lemon twist. Stir gently over ice.

• The “Bourbon-Scotch” Sour: 60ml Ballantine’s 7 + 25ml lemon juice + 15ml maple syrup + egg white. Dry shake, add ice, shake again until cold.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Does it taste like Bourbon?
It retains its Scotch soul but has creaminess and vanilla from the bourbon-barrel finish.

Why 7 years?
Founder George Ballantine aged whiskies for 7 years as early as the 1870s; this modern expression pays tribute.

Is it smoky?
No. It is a completely unpeated blend, focusing on honey and oak flavors.

How should I drink it?
Versatile—smooth enough to sip neat, designed for high-end cocktails.

How does it compare to the 12-year-old?
Sweeter and more vanilla-forward due to the bourbon casks, whereas the 12-year-old is more floral and oak-driven.

Disclaimer:
Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Kolkata prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.