Johnnie Walker Red Label

Johnnie Walker’s entry blend, designed from the start for mixing. It combines malt and grain whiskies from different regions of Scotland and shows a smoky hint that sets it apart from other inexpensive blends. It is direct, spicy and somewhat rough if drunk neat, but it works very well on the rocks, with soda or in mixed drinks. For beginners it is a useful reference: it lets you find out whether you like that touch of smoke without spending much.

Nose

Fresh and spicy, with green apple, some cereal, pepper and a light hint of wood smoke in the background.

Palate

Light and slightly peppery. Notes of soft caramel, vanilla and toasted cereal, with pepper taking centre stage at the end.

Finish

Short to medium, spicy and with a faint smoky touch that fades quickly.

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