Miniature Ballantine's 12-year-old, vintage whisky miniature bottle

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This listing is for a vintage Ballantine's 12-year-old Scotch whisky miniature bottle, known as a "mignonette". The item is a small rectangular flask with rounded shoulders and a gold-colored screw cap. The front, which is the only side visible in the photo, features a period label predominantly in black and gold, with "Ballantine's 12 Years Old" in gold lettering and a central coat of arms in color. The overall aesthetic is classic, typical of premium 20th-century Scotch whisky bottles.

The visual clearly shows the presence of an original label, with numerous inscriptions in English: "Very Old Scotch Whisky", "100% Scotch Whiskies", "Blended and Bottled by George Ballantine & Son Limited Distillers, Dumbarton & Elgin, Scotland". Also noted are "Product of Scotland" at the bottom of the label, as well as the volume (5 cl) and alcohol content (43% vol) indicated on the left and right sides of the label.

The bottle is made of transparent glass, revealing a slight sediment or evaporation marks on the internal surface, which is common for this type of antique object. The gold screw cap shows some visible signs of wear. The label, although generally legible, has signs of wear, light scratches, and occasional surface imperfections, typical of a vintage item. No other decor or pattern is visible on the front.

The item is photographed resting on an antique-looking wooden piece of furniture, which enhances the retro style and authenticity of the mignonette. The typography of the label and the general presentation correspond to Ballantine's productions from past decades, probably between the 1970s and 1980s, although further precision is not possible without additional clues.

This Ballantine's whisky miniature is a representative example of vintage promotional mignonettes and bar items, sought after for their design and the Scottish brand's reputation.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Visible wear on the label (scuffs, marks, minor losses). Signs of age on the glass and gold cap. See photo for exact condition of the front.

Did you know? Ballantine's is one of the oldest Scotch whisky brands, founded in 1827. Its 12-year-old blend was launched to offer a softer and more complex profile, and mignonettes were often distributed for promotional purposes or for tastings in bars and hotels throughout the 20th century.

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