Jonnhie Walker Black Label
One of the biggest whisky brands in the world, Johnnie Walker, bases its reputation on several labels, each one suited to a certain range and to different consumers.
Story
Jonnhie Walker Black Label is today one of the best-selling Scotch Whisky in the world. With a history of more than 100 years, this Scotch has touched an important part of the most recent history of human civilization, having been immortalized in the classic science fiction file Blade Runner or in a painting by the illustrious Winston Churchill. The Jonnhie Walker Black Label is the second name of the “Extra Special Old Highland Whisky”, which at the time was already one of the most valuable whiskies in the distillery. This blend, produced from 12 year old whiskies from all over Scotland, has become a landmark and symbol of Scottish whisky.
Features
The Jonnhie Walker Black Label is the result of a mixture of the best Scotches of 12 years coming from all over the country. The end product is characterized by being smooth, deep and somewhat complex. It is considered a whisky of excellence, to be taken in special situations.
Flavours and Aromas
This beverage is very balanced, managing to combine traits such as softness, richness and complexity. It is a quite complex Scotch, but at the same time, easy to drink. The most striking flavors are vanilla, dark fruits, and the peat used in smoking. As you begin to taste the Jonnie Walker Black Label, you start by tasting the sweetness and intensity of the vanilla, then comes spicy aromas, and finally a taste of grapes and an orange. The finalization of this Scotch is surprisingly smooth, with a little touch to malt and peat.
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