Баллантайнс Файнест — простой, лёгкий и гладкий купажированный виски, который чаще всего описывают как нормальный за свои деньги и подходящий для начинающих или для смешивания. При этом многие отмечают водянистость, слабую сложность и короткий финиш.
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В отзывах этот виски чаще всего характеризуют как мягкий, лёгкий и гладкий, без выраженной алкогольной резкости. В аромате и вкусе упоминаются мёд, ваниль, карамель, солод, цитрусовые и фруктовые ноты (персики, бананы, сушёные абрикосы), иногда лёгкая дымность или торфяной оттенок. Несколько отзывов прямо называют его хорошим соотношением цены и качества, подходящим для повседневного употребления, для начинающих и для коктейлей, в том числе с колой и льдом. Некоторые считают его лучшим среди стандартных купажей и лучше JW Red, J&B или Grouse.
С другой стороны, немало отзывов указывают на водянистый характер, слабую сложность, короткий или почти отсутствующий финиш, а иногда металлический или химический оттенок в послевкусии. Часть комментариев называют его скучным, простым и пригодным в основном для смешивания, а не для дегустации; есть и резко негативные оценки. Общий тон отзывов — это недорогой, нейтральный и непритязательный виски, который хорошо работает как повседневный или базовый вариант, но не впечатляет глубиной.
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PfalzgrafMember Junior7024 jun 2020 10:45 pm
Not actually a bad whisky and ok for the price segment. Very smooth and pleasant with a light smoky note. Not very complex, otherwise. The bottle has a screw top that is designed to fake a cork.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
72
fresh with a mint-coloured alcohol sting and an underlaying darker colour of smoke which is mostly cask char with a hint of peat.
Вкус
58
smooth, velvety texture with woody tannines in the middle. The smoky notes from the nose are confirmed.
Финиш
79
The darker notes prevail with a bitter-chocolate note. Surprisingly long lasting finish that gives a slight metallic note in the very end.
KB201Connoisseur6909 jan 2022 10:36 pm
An average blend. Mild, good for beginners and for mixing.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
69
Mild, notes of malt, vanilla and caramel.
Вкус
69
Mild and harmonious, but without special taste nuances, caramel and vanilla.
Финиш
68
In short, without any special features.
WhiskeyfanRoyExpert Junior7701 mar 2022 4:34 pm
pure + smooth, Honey, malt, some flowers, There is some smokiness in the finish. The characteristic may be that it has almost no irritation of alcohol, Personally, I think it is a medium level in low-priced blended whisky. But it is highly recommended for beginners who are just beginning to try spirits. Because it is very friendly. The taste score is 75 points, plus 2 points for the price, for a total of 77 points.
GlobomanniExpert Senior7002 jul 2022 4:50 pm
Sweet grapey, slightly peaty
pianomanConnoisseur7217 oct 2024 9:21 pm
MarcelWhiskyPandaExpert Senior6618 dec 2024 10:16 pm
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
65
pear schnapps Light whiskey notes But nothing to smell
Вкус
69
Vanilla Pear
Финиш
65
No real departure Slightly watery bad whisky
MandyLuMember Senior5808 aug 2026 5:41 am
Simple and not even tasty. I don't need that.
Melih_YıldızMember Junior6529 aug 2026 5:14 pm
A good value for money drink for daily consumption.
GLENRIGIConnoisseur6502 apr 2023 12:12 pm
A shame about every coke.
PabloPLExpert Senior5911 feb 2024 5:29 pm
simple, spice and flat... only to make cocktails
Dario76Member Junior6930 aug 2024 12:58 am
Smooth and well balanced, too much for a whisky in this price range.
MouffetteBoiveuseMember Senior6008 oct 2024 6:22 pm
A strong presence of alcohol both on the nose and palate, despite this whisky being bottled at 40%. The dilution gives it a rather watery character. It clearly lacks complexity, though the balance of flavors isn’t too bad: notes of vanilla, a hint of grain, and a slight citrus touch. I didn’t particularly enjoy it, and honestly, I believe it’s easy to find slightly better whiskies in this price range and style.
VLGConnoisseur4921 may 2023 1:15 am
Almost tolerable. Almost. Much better than JW Red and J&B.
drbailey60Member Senior8029 jun 2026 11:15 pm
It really isn't too bad for the price. Slips down very easily and as an emergency purchase it is fine.
bninkieMember Junior7615 may 2021 3:09 pm
For me, it's probably the best standard whisky available almost everywhere for reasonable price. Nose: basically very light and delicate, citric, honey, peaches, dried apricots Taste: sweet, again honey and peaches, bananas Finish: chocolate, wood, cherry, caramel
Larry411Expert Senior5702 mar 2022 8:36 pm
From a recent 2020-2022 bottle: The nose is delicate, but decent. The palette is fine - young, not too complicated (some vanilla, citrus, grains, slight caramel, a bit of whispy light/sweet speyside-like smoke), a bit watery - overall fine. The finish shows some chemicalliness and not as well integrated ethanol. I've just cracked it open, so I may increase the score as I try it more. I have a Ballantine's Finest from either the 1970s or 80s and it's notably better. Same notes, but punchier, with a much better mouth-feel, more maltiness than grain, and no chemically finish. I'd give that one a 75.
hpittaMember Senior7024 aug 2024 9:48 pm
It is an excellent value for money for those who want to enter the world of whiskey. It is not a complex whiskey, but the price is worth it.
Alex_ChimiMember Junior6529 sep 2026 2:02 pm
Definitely a blended whisky for beginners. It's too watery, harsh, and boring for my taste.
SvjatogorExpert Senior4511 jan 2021 7:50 pm
Easy drinking, one of the best from famous blended scotch whiskies.
WhiskyHarry1981Expert Senior6826 may 2022 11:54 am
Good value for money.
WhiskyMojaPasjaExpert Senior6615 may 2025 12:38 pm
0107-BALLANTINE'S FINEST BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKEY 40%. ... another item to drink with "something". In the "olden days" a synonym of prosperity and "good luck". Available in Pewex or imported from abroad. Today it doesn't make an impression, but this mirth has remained in the nation. In fact, an ironclad item at all parties. It tastes best with ice, cola and lemon. And let it stay that way, but I also encourage you to try "balusi" in the 12 yo version. The difference is colossal.
AfreraMember Senior7124 jan 2026 3:19 am
It surprised me, the taste isn't very pleasant but it has exotic notes which caught my attention.
нос · вкус · финиш
Нос
75
7-belo candy, citrus, vinegar, alcohol, sweet, vanilla, orange peel and a buttery texture.
Very short, almost nonexistent, with citrus and sour plum peel notes.
duranadavidExpert Senior6530 apr 2026 5:08 pm
aroma: flatter, orchard fruit, jelly candies taste: none, somewhere terribly in the back, orchard fruit In principle, a good, neutral whisky for mixing, without any characteristics
Nakabis_CeklisNewbie6506 oct 2026 8:23 pm
+cola
MartdeathNewbie6529 sep 2026 11:48 am
Manque de goût.
Wolfe ToneExpert Senior7002 aug 2020 3:07 pm
Best of the standard blends. Better than JW or Grouse.
Elch1003Member Senior7419 aug 2022 1:19 pm
Budget whisky, young, boring, suitable for mixing but not for "tasting"
ZLakoExpert Senior6629 dec 2022 7:15 pm
Fine.
eNZzoExpert Senior6812 jul 2021 8:32 pm
нос 69 · вкус 70 · финиш 66
ConmaiExpert Senior7215 dec 2021 2:26 pm
72/100
m4rlb0r0Member Senior6519 jan 2023 2:07 pm
To drink with cola like most store blends in this price range.
MandokeMember Junior7524 jan 2024 9:47 pm
Nice everyday whisky Fruity, honey and vanilla nothing spectacular.
SliverFoxExpert Senior4016 feb 2024 9:10 pm
Finest just the first drop of whisky that have ever touched my lips… Almost made me want to avoid all whisky. Disgusting
Every whiskey connoisseur has hugged her once. It is impossible to criticize, because she was often the first one. If she didn't freak out, it wasn't that bad.
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