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What if everything you know about scotch quality is shaped more by branding than whisky itself? Science is revealing a surprising truth about single malts...
Can you really drink award-winning whisky for under $60? These 5 blended Scotches won gold medals blind-tasted against bottles costing twice the price...
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve often sits in a curious place on the whisky shelf - priced at more than £50 in the UK and around $70 in the U.S., it...
Johnnie Walker Blue Label is one of the world's most famous whiskies, but at £150 a bottle, is it worth the premium price? We examine whether you're paying...
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby is the brand's latest permanent addition, crafted with red wine and sherry casks to deliver a sweeter, fruit-forward twist on...
From the fiery Red Label to the iconic Blue, we've gathered expert reviews, scores, and community sentiment to rank every core Johnnie Walker expression...
Johnnie Walker Red Label dominates global scotch sales, but its quality remains questionable. While it fails as a sipping whisky, it serves its intended...
Johnnie Walker Green Label is not the most famous bottle in the brand's lineup, yet it has one of the most loyal followings in scotch. This 15-year-old...
Johnnie Walker Black Label is a benchmark blend known for its smooth, balanced profile. Double Black promises a bolder twist with more smoke and sweetness,...
Johnnie Walker has expanded its famous Black Label line with the addition of Black Ruby, joining the classic Black and Double Black expressions. This guide...
We tasted dozens of peated whiskies in 2025 and these six stood out for quality, balance, and price. Each costs less than $150 and offers excellent value...
Few bottles in the whisky world are as recognizable as Johnnie Walker Black Label. But with more competition than ever in the £20-£40 range, does this...
Johnnie Walker Blue Label is famous for its smooth, refined character but costs around $200. Here are five whiskies under $100 that deliver the same balance,...
Johnnie Walker's range moves from Red Label's bold simplicity through Black Label's maturity to Blue Label's luxury. This guide walks you through each...
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve positions itself as a premium yet accessible blend, centered around Clynelish's honeyed sweetness. But does this golden-hued...
Johnnie Walker's range spans from Red Label to Blue, but which bottles actually drink the best? I tasted through the core UK lineup to rank them by pure...
Whisky fans often wonder if Johnnie Walker 18 is different from the discontinued Platinum Label. The simple answer: they are the exact same whisky, just...
Johnnie Walker Blue Label and The Macallan 18 are two of the most famous names in Scotch—one a smooth, prestigious blend, the other a rich, sherry-forward...
Johnnie Walker Blue Label and Chivas Regal 18 dominate the luxury blended scotch conversation, but which bottle actually deserves your money? This evidence-based...
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby is a new fruit-forward scotch whisky that joins the permanent range, featuring flavors of raspberry jam and blackberry from wine...
At the 2025 Scotch Whisky Masters, nine exceptional blended whiskies took home Gold medals, showcasing the diversity and quality of modern scotch blends....
Johnnie Walker's Lowlands Origin offers a unique take on Black Label, blending 12-year-old Lowland malt and grain whiskies for a lighter, more subtle profile....
Blended whisky is back, and it's better than you remember. With single malt prices climbing and quality blends stepping up, 2025 is the year smart drinkers...
Johnnie Walker Green Label and Gold Label Reserve both sit in the $60-$80 range but offer vastly different experiences. One is a complex 15-year-old blended...
From budget-friendly Red Label to prestigious Blue Label, we break down which Johnnie Walker expression offers the best value, complexity, and drinking...
Mark Littler and Phil Dwyer take a deep-dive into the Johnnie Walker core range in this video packed with history, behind-the-scenes knowledge, and candid...
Few names in blended scotch carry as much weight as Royal Salute and Johnnie Walker Blue Label. But which of these iconic luxury blends actually delivers...
Whisky expert Phil Dwyer reveals the surprising difference between vintage 1970s Johnnie Walker Red Label and today's version, settling the debate on whether...
The Johnnie Walker x Squid Game bottle is a limited-edition release that combines the classic Scotch with the popular Netflix series, creating a must-have...
We compare Chivas Regal 12 and Johnnie Walker Black Label on taste, style, and value, find out which $35 scotch suits your palate best.
Cardhu's Helen Cumming would casually invite tax collectors into her home for tea while simultaneously warning neighboring illegal distillers with a red...
Why is Johnnie Walker Blue Label so expensive? Discover the five key reasons behind its high price, from rare aged whiskies to luxury branding and global...
Is Johnnie Walker Black Label actually good? Discover what whisky experts really think about this iconic 12-year-old blend, from flavor notes to value...
Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 vs. Johnnie Walker Red Label: Which budget whisk(e)y is better? We compare taste, value, and the best ways to drink each.
Some Johnnie Walker bottles are made to do more than hold whisky. One spins like a gyroscope, another comes with a diamond, and one even includes a full...
What does your favorite Johnnie Walker say about you? From Red to Blue to Ghost & Rare, discover the dram that matches your vibe in this fun, flavor-packed...
In his latest YouTube video, Mark Littler sits down with Phil Dwyer of Whisky Wednesday to discuss expert recommendations for whiskies to explore if you...
Discover the story behind Johnnie Walker Blue Label, a prestige blend crafted from exceptional casks, including ghost distilleries, and designed to capture...
Explore the legacy of Johnnie Walker Red Label, an iconic, mixable Scotch whisky that redefined global whisky branding and introduced generations to the...
Discover the story of Johnnie Walker Gold Label, a refined blend born from a 1920s recipe and relaunched in 1995 to celebrate life's milestones. Explore...
Discover five surprising facts about Johnnie Walker, from its slanted label to the teetotal founder who never drank a drop.
Discover the story behind Johnnie Walker Green Label—a unique blended malt that bridges single malt depth with the approachability of blends.
The Whisky.Auction May Whisky & Spirits full bottle auction is in full swing with over 1,000 bottles awaiting the bids of eager whisky lovers.
Black Label was a moniker first coined by Johnnie Walker customers as a short hand to distinguish between their two releases, which had red and black labels....
Is Red Label really beyond saving? Could a few simple tricks, based on science, bartender wisdom, and a little experimentation, actually make it taste...
You’ve seen the Striding Man. You’ve tasted the whisky. But do you really know what Johnnie Walker’s colors are telling you?
Discover our expert selection of the best affordable scotch whiskies under $60 in 2025, from approachable Highlands to rich sherried malts and smoky island...
For too long, blended whiskies have suffered an unfair reputation as the lesser cousins of single malts. Yet this prejudice overlooks the extraordinary...
In the spirit of exploration, I’ve put together a list of five different ways to enjoy Black Label—some classics, some a little unexpected.
Once a whisky is discontinued, it's gone forever. Over the years, Scotland's most famous blended Scotch producer has quietly retired several sought-after...
In this article, we'll explore five exceptional yet lesser-known Johnnie Walker expressions that deserve attention: from the light, mixable Johnnie Walker...
While most know Johnnie Walker's colour-coded range, the brand also produces ultra-rare expressions few will ever taste. These releases, from £1,970 to...
From Laphroaig's exclusive Highgrove bottlings to Royal Lochnagar's Balmoral connection, explore the elite circle of whisky producers holding Royal Warrants...
A straightforward breakdown of every Johnnie Walker color, from mixing-friendly Red to prestigious Blue, helping you choose the right bottle for your taste...
From an unexpected winner under £20 to disappointing premium brands, this comprehensive tasting of seven bottom-shelf Scotch whiskies reveals surprising...
Is Johnnie Walker Double Black's smokier profile worth the extra investment over Black Label? Our detailed comparison explores the differences, value,...
The story behind Johnnie Walker's distinctive 24-degree label angle reveals a clever Victorian marketing strategy that combined mathematical precision...
Given its unique balance of flavors, exploring alternatives to Johnnie Walker Black Label can be an exciting journey for whisky lovers.
Is sustainability in whisky worth the cost? We look at the environmental and economic impacts through the projects of four different whisky producers.
We will be counting down our favorite Johnnie Walker adverts and discussing why these works of genius were so important in establishing the brand.
Part 4 of Every Johnnie Walker Blue Label Limited Edition explores the latest offerings and Asian market exclusives.
This multi-part series offers the ultimate guide to Blue Label expressions, spotlighting sought-after series and unique collectibles, with this section...
From vintage scotch to bourbon and Japanese whisky, there are numerous exciting drams of whisky that appear in the movies.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label is one of the rarest and most popular whiskies in the world, representing the pinnacle of Johnnie Walker’s portfolio.
This first article examines the original Blue Label, the popular Ghost & Rare series, and the early special releases between 1992-2012.
Part 3 of the Johnnie Walker advertising series discusses 21st-century marketing and pop culture campaigns.
In this second article, Johnnie Walker’s iconic mascot the ‘Striding Man’, and its role within early brand advertising is considered – linking with adverts...
Blended whisky does not tend to command as high premiums as single malt whisky. However, there are some notable exceptions.
This article examines Johnnie Walker's marketing foundations including the distinctive bottle shape and label colors.
Exploring the origins, cost, tasting notes, and serving suggestions, this is the ultimate guide to Johnnie Walker Red Label.
Exploring the origins, age, and best serving suggestion – this ultimate guide provides everything you need to know about Johnnie Walker Blue Label.
If you’ve ever been curious about this monumentally popular scotch whisky, we explore Black Label’s origins, naming story, and the whiskies included in...
Norwegian Cruise Line recently announced the lineup for its Meet the Winemaker series, and one of the events is a unique experience with Emma Walker, Johnnie...