I'm a relative noob to Scotch, but so far in my short journey it looks like JWDB is going to be my "go to". Also sign me up for newsletters so I can get special offers, recommendations, and expert advice to my inbox! I like this whisky, for its affordability and heavier peat/smoke, but will probably stick to JW BL in general, because I don't go with the extra sweetness. Its distinctive character stems from its use of a remarkably diverse range of malts, drawn from over 700 casks.

It's inspired by the iconic Black Label and is a fail safe choice for any occasion, perfect for sharing. v=1596112823","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6698738712627,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1. Peaty taste, rich with raisins, fresh apples and a tropical orange flavour combined with creamy vanilla.v=1596112826","width":600}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"The rarest whisky from Johnnie Walker-a special bottle for the special occasions.

Please see our terms of use and cookie notice for more information on how we handle your personal data. Derived from blending whiskies matured in heavily charred oak casks and specially selected whiskies from the West Coast of Scotland with a naturally smoky flavour, Johnnie Walker Double Black embodies the characteristics of Johnnie Walker Black Label, whilst delivering a new, full-bodied intensity that makes it an unrivalled whisky choice. However, there seems to be more caramel (toffee, sweet), nose and palette, which I don't like personally.

Made using smoky single malts and rich grain whiskies matured in heavily charred casks for a deep, smouldering flavour. v=1650103866","width":800},{"alt":null,"id":21619817906227,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1. I'm not going to pretend that it tastes like the medicine cabinet on a deep sea trawler during a heavy storm in the Malin seas but it tastes of Islay, albeit in a less 'challenging' form, and has great balance. I bought a bottle of this when it was first released and didn't feel it offered anything over the std JWBL. When creating Johnnie Walker Double Black the house style of Johnnie Walker Whiskies is evident with their big taste and trademark smokiness.

v=1650103866","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6698779770931,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1. Originally released to the travel retail market, Double Black combines the rich, malty flavour of Black Label with slightly peatier whisky and casks that were more heavily charred. v=1596112823","width":800}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"This is a full-bodied whisky distinctive for its intense smokiness and layers of spice. Johnnie Walker Double Black is a full-bodied whisky, with an intense smoky character and layers of spice, inspired by our iconic Johnnie Walker Black Label.id":1791346901043,"title":"Johnnie Walker Blue Label Whisky 70cl","handle":"johnnie-walker-blue-label-70cl","description":"The rarest whisky from Johnnie Walker-a special bottle for the special occasions.