Sweet, fruit-driven, and ready to mix
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby
Built on the foundations of Black Label, this whisky sings with jammy fruit, honey, and delicate smoke.
Ruby by name, ruby by nature…
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby has arrived, and it is radiant. It marks the first core range innovation from Dr Emma Walker, who became Johnnie Walker’s master blender in 2022, and is a sweeter, fruit-driven blend built on the foundations of Black Label, brimming with its own character.
The blend brings in waxy Highland richness from Clynelish, refreshing Lowland sweetness from Glenkinchie, lush Speyside fruit from Cardhu, and that unmistakable Islay peated punch from Caol Ila. Grain whisky from Cameronbridge ties it all together with creamy vanilla and structure, while there’s also sweet and fruity Roseisle whisky here.
The blend of whiskies were matured in a variety of barrels, each selected to complement the profile. But first-fill red wine casks make the biggest mark (especially those filled with Roseisle), joined by PX, oloroso, and bourbon casks, bringing depth, spice, and a balancing sweetness.
THE SWEETER SIDE OF BLACK LABEL
Black Ruby Ramble
Ingredients
5ml / 1 Teaspoon Blackberry Jam*
20ml Honey Water (2:1)
25ml Lemon Juice
Glassware: Elevated Tumbler
Garnish
Two skewered Blackberries and a Lemon Wheel (optional)
*Add 1 extra spoon of jam for a sweeter serve.
Method
Add all ingredients to a shaker, add cubed ice and hard shake for 10-12 seconds. Double strain into an elevated tumbler glass, then add crushed ice.
