J. Walker Blue Label

Category:
 
Spirits
Sub-Category:  
 
Whisky
Producer:
 
J. Walker
Label Name:
 
Blue Label
Country:
 
Scotland, United Kingdom
Region:
 
Blended Scotch (Kilmarnock/Scotland)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
40%
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
18-20°C

Awards/Ratings
Widely acclaimed luxury blend; frequent gold medals and high marks at major spirits competitions (IWSC, San Francisco World Spirits) and positive reviews from leading spirits critics

Tasting Note
Luxuriously smooth and smoky with honeyed dried fruit, hazelnut, dark chocolate, orange zest and gentle peat smoke; velvety texture and an exceptionally long, warming finish.

Food Pairing
Western: dark chocolate, blue cheese, smoked salmon, roasted or grilled lamb and beef, aged cheddar. Asian: seared scallops, sushi/sashimi, yakitori, char siu, and richer spicy dishes (e.g., Sichuan beef).

Production Method
Hand‑selected blend of rare mature malt and grain Scotch whiskies, matured in sherry and bourbon casks, married by the blender; no age statement; bottled at 40% ABV.

Vineyard Info
House of Johnnie Walker, founded by John Walker in Kilmarnock in the 19th century; now part of Diageo—world-renowned blender of Scotch whisky with extensive reserves of rare casks.