Johnnie Walker has recently announced its Black Cask Blended Scotch Whisky, inspired by American whiskey and Scotch.
Led by Master Blender Dr. Emma Walker, the new expression features selected whiskies at the heart of Black Label, including those from Cameronbridge, Glen Elgin, and Roseisle. These whiskies are aged exclusively in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels.
“At Johnnie Walker we are constantly pushing the boundaries of what great whisky can be. For more than 200 years, Johnnie Walker has shaped the world of Scotch, and that heritage gives us the confidence and authority to innovate,” said Johnnie Walker Master Blender Dr. Emma Walker. “With Black Cask, we’ve brought together two remarkable whisky traditions in a way only Johnnie Walker can, starting with some of the most expressive whiskies from the heart of Black Label and maturing them exclusively in American white oak ex–bourbon barrels to unlock new depth, sweetness, and warmth. The result is a beautifully layered whisky that feels excitingly new yet remains unmistakably Johnnie Walker.”
To celebrate the launch, I joined a host of other spirits journalists at New York’s Virgin Hotel for a launch luncheon.
Johnnie Walker Black Cask brings a new permanent product to the Johnnie Walker portfolio. It is crafted to be enjoyed neat or over ice, while also adding exceptional richness and balance to classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned or modern expressions like the Gold Rush.
Johnnie Walker Black Cask is available now for $34.99.
