1 / 7Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Scotch Whisky, 40% vol, 70cl
Johnnie Walker Double Black is a smoky blended Scotch whisky in a 70cl bottle at 40% vol. Its listed profile pairs peated smoke with dried fruit, orange peel, vanilla and cloves, and it can be served neat, over ice or in cocktails.
At a glance
- The listing describes a pronounced smoky character built from naturally smoky whiskies and whiskies aged in deep charred oak casks.
- Tasting notes include cloves, dried fruit, orange peel, vanilla and lingering peat smoke.
- Suggested serves are neat, on the rocks or in whisky cocktails.
Often bought together
Johnnie Walker Black Label | 40% vol | 70cl | Blended Scotch Whisky | Crafted Using Whiskies Aged a Minimum of 12 Years | Neat or in Mixed Drinks | Ideal for Gifting
£27.90
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A defined smoky flavour profile with fruit, spice and vanilla notes offers more detail than a generic blended Scotch description.
- The listing gives several serving options, from sipping neat to using it as a cocktail base.
Technical specifications
7 specifications| Type | Blended Scotch Whisky |
|---|---|
| Bottle size | 70cl |
| Alcohol strength | 40% vol |
| Ingredients | SCOTCH WHISKY |
| Listed tasting notes | Spiced cloves ignite dried fruit, with hints of orange peel and vanilla cutting through the lingering peat smoke for a complex and satisfying finish |
|---|---|
| Production description | Expertly crafted by the Johnnie Walker team of expert whisky makers led by Master Blender Emma Walker, it combines whiskies aged in deep charred oak casks and specially selected naturally smoky whiskies from the West Coast of Scotland |
| Award claim | Double Gold Winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Whisky drinkers seeking a smoky blended Scotch with fruit, spice and vanilla notes.
- Buyers who want a whisky that can be served neat, over ice or mixed into cocktails.
- Gift buyers considering a smoky Scotch, while recognising customer feedback on smokiness is mixed.
Less suited to
- Drinkers who prefer a clearly non-smoky whisky or want a guaranteed level of peat intensity.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights perceived quality, smooth and creamy richness, and a smoky flavour, with some describing the smoke as strong and others finding it less smoky than expected. Customers also mention gift appeal and mixing it with ginger ale. That variation matters if you are buying specifically for a strong peat profile. The supplied rating distribution is mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the whisky as high quality, smooth and creamy, and mention its gift appeal.
Mixed feedback
- Customer views differ on the strength of the smokiness.
Frequently asked questions
What flavour profile does Johnnie Walker Double Black have?
The listing describes peat smoke with cloves, dried fruit, orange peel and vanilla. Customer feedback is mixed on how prominent the smokiness seems.
How can this whisky be served?
The listing suggests serving it neat or over ice, and also describes it as a base for whisky cocktails.
What size and strength is the bottle?
The product title specifies a 70cl bottle at 40% vol.
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