Scotland
Johnnie Walker Green Label is a blended malt made entirely with single malts from the four corners of Scotland and aged for at least 15 years. It's one of the best bargains in Scotch whisky and a favourite among bartenders.
The nose is quite rich and full. There are notes of mochaccino and espresso coffee, wood smoke and a fireplace, as well as a touch of bitter chocolate and oak.
The palate has a medium-body with notes of crisp cereals, coffee beans and chocolate, a date note with a touch of walnut.
The finish is quite long and spicy with honeyed sweetness and oak.
Always been a fan of the JW black (got me into whisky that one!) but tried this for the first time. Have to say I am impressed - the Talisker and Cragganmore really stand out for me. Very well-balanced and the nose is malty prunes, tobacco, coffee and a smoky/peaty tang. I could spend a good while nosing this one! Always a bit dubious of paying so much for a 'generic' blend but this is well worth it imo. Fine neat but a touch of water opens up the more floral notes and seems to bring out more of the smoke. Can't compare to older bottling but this is a fine whisky and more rewarding' than some single malts I've tried.
Waited a while for this but it's now, wonderfully, available again. Typical JW smoothness - they are truly skilful blenders. Perfectly balanced between sweet, cereal malt, a spicy finish, and a lovely warming hint of smoke (I don't know the malts that are blended here, but I think I'm detecting Caol Ila in the mix). It's not as exciting or punchy as some other vatted malts, Spice Tree for example, but it's certainly of a superior quality than the perfectly drinkable Monkey Shoulder or Sheep Dip. JW, as always, feels and tastes professional, but not clinical...individuality on an industrial scale..it's quite a trick to pull, but they do it with style here.
I've been a long time JW Black fan. I love the deep smoky flavor and it is usually available at most establishments. However....JW Green is unbelievable for a blended Scotch. Smooth, delicious, and a fantastic finish. I'm headed back to the store to buy up the rest of their stock. (Never can have too much). I've shelved my Balvenie for this blend. If you've never had it, buy it and enjoy, you will NOT be disappointed.
I was so sad when they stopped production a couple of years ago and have jealously protected my last 2 bottles. As soon as I learned it was back on the market I ordered a couple more and will now be a happy man for many nights to come.
Loved it. Lucky to get one. Really smooth.
