Johnnie Walker’s Forgotten Bottles: The Discontinued Whiskies Worth Hunting

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 expressions that have since become collector’s treasures. From the silky-smooth Platinum Label to the legendary XR 21 containing irreplaceable whisky from closed distilleries, these bottles offer more than just rarity—they capture unrepeatable pieces of whisky history.

Beyond Blue Label: Johnnie Walker’s Most Expensive Releases

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 £120,000, feature whiskies aged over half a century and spirits from ‘ghost’ distilleries that closed decades ago.

Best Budget Scotch Whiskies Under $30 (£25)

From an unexpected winner under £20 to disappointing premium brands, this comprehensive tasting of seven bottom-shelf Scotch whiskies reveals surprising value in overlooked blends