Country:
Scotland
Brand:
Johnnie Walker Double Black
Type:
Blended Whisky
Age:
Not Stated
Alcohol:
40%
Colour:
Amber/Gold/Sauternes
Nose:
Light. There’s raw Alcohol present so be sure to give it some time to open up. Still,
not too much going on here with Light Peat, Brine, Oak, Nuts and Sweet Sultanas.
Taste:
The delivery is slightly watery with Sweet Grain, Light Peat and Smoke,
slightly bitter Orange Zest, Pepper, Oak, Candy and hints of Tobacco and
Licorice.
Finish:
Short with a bit of Wet Earth, Sweet Grain, Nutmeg, Oak, Tobacco and Salt.
When
I added a few drops of water the Peat is a bit stronger and I get some Malt as
well. Not many changes on the Palate so better drink it straight.
Rating:
80
Nose: 20 – Taste: 20 – Finish: 20– Overall: 20
General
Remarks: I have no idea why this Blend almost costs 50% more than the regular
Black. It’s a bit more (subdued) Islay, a little less Speyside and some more
and younger Grain Whiskies. That’s All!
Drinking
Experience Neat: Good
Conclusion:
The Double Black is a highly drinkable Blend but it’s not Good Value for Money
and it’s NOT better than the regular Black. Another Marketing trick by Diageo
I’m afraid.
Jan
van den Ende May 12, 2012
