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Whisky Review: Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal

We review Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Glenury Royal, part of a series of whiskies from this popular blended Scotch label that brings into the bottle rare whisky from long closed distilleries.

OVERALL RATING

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Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Glenury Royal

Tasting Notes

About:

Available globally beginning October 2019; Bottled at 43.8% ABV; Each bottle of this limited edition release is individually numbered; Priced around $300-$400 for a 750ml bottle.
Appearance:
Like burnt copper glistening in the moonlight, or a soft, amber sunset. A pleasing glow that reminds me of warm, sweet caramel melting over an ice cream sundae.
Nose:
Warm vanilla and fresh honeycomb. Familiar and inviting, with a welcoming wood essense and an earthiness that makes you feel right at home.
Palate:
Layers of flavors, like eating Almond Rocha or a Heath Bar. Creamy dark chocolate mixed with crunchy toffee and hints of rich, chewy butterscotch; followed by small amounts of smoke and nuttiness, tied together perfectly with sweet, flower-like notes and splashes of dried mango and apricots.
Finish:
Comments:
I don’t usually go for scotch, but this blended scotch whisky was a little magical. I enjoyed the balance of fresh and dried fruits, intertwined with so many other flavors that melted effortlessly into each other and danced around delicately on my tongue. It had a long, smooth finish and a pleasant light burn, leaving me with the fruity flavors of mango, apricot, and apple in my mouth. rnrnJohnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Glenury Royal is spendy, but it’s worth trying once in your lifetime. Just be careful because the complex flavors you try “that one time” will make you contemplate splurging on every limited edition new release “just once”. It’s the perfect whisky to sip neat while sitting in front of your fire on a crisp fall evening.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Jenni Misiak

Jenni Misiak has always found solace in writing; it's her creative sanctuary and therapeutic release. She likens the experience to savoring a fine whiskey, where the distinctive, bold flavors of each dram offer comfort and warmth akin to the smoothest whiskies. The gentle burn inspires a flow of words from her pen, much like the sweet, smoky sensation of a superb bourbon. For Jenni, there's no subject more enjoyable to write about than these delectable tastings! Originally from Portland, she has a deep appreciation for good books, baking from scratch, and all things vegan. When she's not immersed in writing, Jenni is likely exploring new adventures, creating lasting memories, and crafting real-life stories with her daughters in the breathtaking Pacific Northwest.

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