Johnnie Walker is often called the king of whiskey, meaning not only the highest quality of the drink, but also recognition. If you conduct a mini-survey among random passers-by on the street, three out of three will name Johnnie Walker among the most popular brands of whiskey. More than 200 million bottles of Johnnie Walker are sold worldwide every year.

Historical reference. John "Johnny" Walker was born in 1805 near Kilmarnock, Scotland, and ran a grocery, tea and liquor store from the age of 15. John's son, Alexander, learned the art of tea blending while working for a tea merchant in Glasgow. When Alexander returned to Kilmarnock to take over the family business, he applied his knowledge to blending whiskey. In 1867, the first blend of Old Highland Whiskey appeared, which was later renamed Blacknake Johnnie Walker.

The creator of the first blends was Alexander Walker. He named the whiskey Johnnie Walker in honor of his father, the owner of the store with whose funds the family business was founded

In 1870, Alexander Walker pioneered the use of square bottles because they held more in a box and were less likely to break during shipping. Alexander Walker also introduced the famous 24-degree slanted label, making it easy to read the brand name without tilting your head.

The company received a new impetus for development when it passed into the hands of Alexander’s sons, George and Alexander II. In 1909, the Walkers renamed the whiskey range and Johnnie Walker Red Label and Johnnie Walker Black Label were born. Today, control of the company belongs to the alcohol giant Diageo.

Brand logo. From English Walker translates as “walker”

Awards

Johnnie Walker Red Label is one of the most awarded varieties, awarded numerous medals at prestigious competitions in the world of alcohol:

• 2013 – Gold medal and victory in the Blended Scotch category at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition;
• 2013 and 2014 – Silver Outstanding medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition;
• 2014 – Gold medal at The Scotch Whiskey Masters;
• 2015 – Gold medal at the International Whiskey Competition.

Johnnie Walker Black Label:

• 2013 – Gold Outstanding medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition;

Johnnie Walker Double Black:

• 2013 – Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition;
• 2014 – Silver medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition;
• 2015 – Gold medal at The Scotch Whiskey Masters.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label:

• 2007 – Gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition;
• 2013 – Double gold medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition;
• 2014 – Gold medal at the International Wine & Spirit Competition.

1. The famous logo, depicting a walking man with a cane and playing on the name Walker (translated from English as walker), appeared almost by accident. The Walker brothers were having lunch with a friend, artist Thom Browne, and while waiting to order, he drew a funny figure on the back of the menu. In 2015, the logo was redesigned: the image of a walking gentleman became more detailed, but the original idea was preserved.
2. One of the connoisseurs of Johnnie Walker Black Label was the English Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill. But not everyone knows that the politician even captured his favorite drink on an artistic canvas and called it “Bottle Neck.” The painting adorned the fireplace room in the family estate for many years and only recently went under the hammer at Bonhams for a price quite decent for an amateur - $420,000.
3. Many true gentlemen greeted with enthusiasm the collaboration between Johnnie Walker and the English shoe brand Oliver Sweeney. The result of this collaboration was the birth of extravagant men's brogues: at first glance they are an example of Oxford style, but in the heel of each shoe there is a special compartment for a 50 gram Johnnie Walker Red Label. The miniature bottle rests on a red suede lining and is clearly visible through a transparent insert on the sole. The heels of the shoes are decorated with the recognizable monogram “J. W.", and this, coupled with the highest quality of the shoes, reconciles buyers with the price per pair - £279.
4. Indian actor Badruddin Kazi spent his entire life acting in films under the pseudonym Johnnie Walker. The director came up with the pseudonym, impressed by how the non-drinking actor brilliantly portrayed a heavily drunk man.
5. The face of the Johnnie Walker Blue Label advertising campaign was Oscar-winning actor Jude Law, who starred in two short films called “A Gentleman’s Wager.”
6. Christina Hendricks, the red-haired star of Mad Men, has been the brand's Red Label and Black Label ambassador since 2011.

Winston Churchill's "Bottle Neck" painting of Johnnie Walker Black Label Whiskey (fourth bottle from right)

Types of Johnnie Walker whiskey

Johnnie Walker Red Label, 40%

It was this variety that created the worldwide fame and financial well-being of the brand. You can without hesitation add the word “most” to any descriptive epithet: recognizable, marketable, popular, loved. The blend was created by the company in 1909 from 35 different alcohols and has remained a constant bestseller since then.

The blend harmoniously combines light whiskeys from the East Coast of Scotland and dark “peaty” whiskeys from the west. The character of the drink is determined by its expressive and spicy aroma. Rich and full-bodied taste, complemented by notes of spices, fresh baked goods, kumquat. Equally good in pure form or in combination with tonic, cola or fruit juice.

Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Y.O., 43%

When developing the Johnnie Walker Green Label recipe, Master Blender Jim Beveridge sought to create a blend with flavors that cannot be found in any single malt. Jim's vast experience helped decide on a balance of Speyside, Highland and Lowland malts and more intense island whiskeys, each matured for a minimum of 15 years in American and European oak casks. The unique Johnnie Walker Green Label fragrance is a sophisticated combination of four key ingredients represented by Linkwood, Talisker, Caol Ila and Cragganmore.

The individual characteristics of these mature malt whiskeys are perfectly balanced to bring together aromas of crisp grass, fresh fruit, wood smoke, pepper, vanilla and sandalwood. Taste with notes of cereals, coffee beans, chocolate, walnuts. The finish is spicy, with honey sweetness and a hint of oak. Recognized spirits expert Jim Murray awarded this whiskey a score of 95 points.

Johnnie Walker Black Label, 40%

Black Label is one of the world's most famous Deluxe Scotch Whiskeys blends, recognized as a benchmark and awarded numerous awards. The blend consists of 40 single malt whiskeys, the youngest of which was aged for at least 12 years. The aroma contains spices, molasses, notes of orange and white pepper. The taste is balanced, with motifs of cereals, herbal honey, creamy toffee, with characteristic smokiness.

Johnnie Walker Double Black, 40%

Double Black is a new blend in the style of the much-loved Black Label, but with a richer smoky aroma. Blender Jim Beveridge used about 40 whiskeys aged in double-firing barrels. The bouquet is influenced by malts from the west coast and islands of Scotland, the smell of peat smoke is balanced by hints of apples, pears and citrus. The palate is soft, buttery, with a rich malt core, hints of cereal and toffee.

Johnnie Walker Gold Label, 40%

A jewel in the Johnnie Walker family, created by Master Blender Jim Beveridge, who has personally selected rare 18-year-old malt and grain spirits. The name of the blend was not given by chance: the Clynelish single malt included in the composition is produced on the basis of water from a source in which prospectors panned for gold 200 years ago. Traces of the presence of precious metal in water are still found today.

Gold Label is creamy smooth, opening with aromas of sweet nectar and almonds, then transitions into fresh fruit and velvety honey before giving way to notes of smoke and tannins. Recognized with four prestigious Le Monde Selection Grand Golds awards and the same number of double gold medals at the competition in San Francisco.

Johnnie Walker Platinum Label, 40%

A premium whiskey inspired by master blender Jim Beveridge from John Walker & Sons' long-standing tradition of creating “private blends” for a circle of close friends and business partners. The name Platinum Label emphasizes that this drink is for special occasions and exclusive gifts. The spirits are selected from rare varieties stored in a limited number of barrels.

The aroma contains notes of citrus and almond. The taste reveals itself gradually: it begins with vanilla sweetness and tangerines, moves into tones of caramel and maraschino cherry, and towards the finish it acquires a tart shade of sandalwood, cinnamon and barely audible smoke. Awarded a gold medal at The Scotch Whiskey Masters in 2015.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label, 40%

Johnnie Walker Blue Label is an unrivaled masterpiece of the brand, an extraordinary whiskey for exceptional occasions. This is an exquisite blend of 16 exclusive whiskeys from Scotland, some of which are 60 years old. Only one in every ten thousand barrels has the quality, character and flavor to be worthy of use in a Blue Label blend. The production volume is limited, each bottle is marked with an individual number.

Johnnie Walker's blue label is reminiscent of Old Highland Walker Whiskey, a remarkable blend created in 1867 by John Walker's son, Alexander. Blue Label has a surprisingly smooth taste, with hints of honeyed herbs, marzipan and smoke, the finish adds honey and dried fruits to the mix. Blue Label has won numerous awards, including six Le Monde Grand Gold awards and three double gold medals from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

"Remaining whiskey
At the bottom of the glass
You are somewhere...close,
And life is not enough
To get enough of you..." 🙂
(Olga Timanova)

Winston Churchill's favorite whiskey is Johnnie Walker Red Label. This is Johnnie Walker whiskey, the most famous brand of blended Scotch whiskey.

Blended whiskey is produced by mixing grain and malt whiskeys in various proportions. Typically there can be 10-60% malt varieties. Quite a big gap, don't you think? But it is the malt component that plays the main role here, even if this component is only 10%. The higher the percentage of malt component, the higher the price of the finished blended whiskey. The remaining percentage in the blend belongs to grain whiskeys.

In order for budget blends to acquire a decent taste and unique aroma, after mixing malt and grain varieties, they are aged for 24 hours in special containers, and then placed in oak barrels for several months (“married”).

The Johnnie Walker brand is remarkable in that each bottle has its own color code, and

The labels are located on the bottles at an angle of exactly 24°. The color code of Johnny Walker Red Label Whiskey, as the name suggests, is red.

Johnny Walker Red Label whiskey price

Red Label whiskey is the most democratic whiskey of this brand. Its price is about 1.5-2 thousand rubles per bottle. (Compare - the price of Johnnie Walker Blue Label is 15-16 thousand rubles per bottle).

The prices shown here are valid for 2017 for 0.7 liter bottles.

Budget whiskey "Red Label" has a golden hue, which directly indicates the short age of this drink. The aroma has a clear feeling of peat, malt, smoke, soot. The taste has the same feeling of smokedness and peat. The taste itself is quite sharp and aggressive. The aftertaste is slightly vanilla and a little floral.

Red Label Scotch is created from 35 different spirits: this includes the standard blend of Cardhu whiskey with its honey-like taste, as well as several whiskeys from local Scottish distilleries (“peat whiskeys”). All these alcohols are no older than 5 years old.

How to recognize a fake Red Label whiskey

To avoid getting scammed and buying a fake, pay attention to:

1. a cap that closes the bottle. The original Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey has a lid that resembles a small barrel, convex in the middle, and not at the top or bottom, and even more so, it doesn’t look like the lids that screw on our cognacs and vodkas. Along this convex center of the lid, reminiscent of a barrel, there is an inscription: “John Walker & Sons”. Not “Blended Whiskey” or “Jimm Wolter & Sons” or anything else, namely: “Johnn Walker & Sons”;
2. label. The label of the original Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey is embossed and well glued. And at the same time you can check its inclination - 24º.
3. Directly under the label on a bottle of Red Label whiskey there is always a raised, convex image of a walking man in a red caftan.
4. At the bottom of the bottle there are numbers indicating the volume of the bottle in milliliters - 700, as well as the three-dimensional initials JW (Johnnie Walker).
5. And one more thing. All Johnnie Walker Red Label bottles, except for the 0.5 l volume, are sold in gift packaging.

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Favorite Cocktails with Scotch Whiskey

Recipe No. 1

Cocktail Bombardino

Ingredients:

• Scotch Whiskey- 1 part
• Disaronno Original liqueur – 1 part
• Simple Ice Cream
• Cocoa (powdering)

Recipe:

1. Pour Scotch whiskey and warmed Disaronno Original into an Irish coffee glass.
2. Top with a scoop of ice cream and sprinkle with cocoa.

Recipe No. 2

Cocktail Matador

With the knowledge of combining malt whiskey with other spirits, non-alcoholic drinks, or just water, you can easily become a pro in the art of making whiskey cocktails.

Add orange blossom water.

Shake the shaker and strain the cocktail into rocks glass,.filled with crushed ice.

Garnish the Matador cocktail with half an orange and a cocktail cherry.

Recipe No. 3

Whiskey with Apple Juice

Apple juice goes well with, but the use of any other whiskey is not prohibited.

Ingredients:

• Whiskey – 50 ml
• Freshly squeezed apple juice – 150 ml
• Green apple – 30 g
• Ice cubes
• Cinnamon - 2 sticks (optional)

Recipe for Making Whiskey with Apple Juice:

1. Place ice in the bottom of a whiskey glass.
2. Pour whiskey on top, then apple juice.
3. Mix everything.
4. Decorate whiskey with apple juice with green apple slices.
5. You can add a couple of cinnamon sticks to whiskey and apple juice.

Speaking about the variety of options, an exquisite collection of aromas and unforgettable symbioses of the taste of whiskey, one cannot fail to mention the Johnnie Walker brand. This is a company that has been producing an original line of strong blends for more than two centuries and is rightfully considered one of the leaders in the segment.

Each product of the company managed to win the favor of an impressive audience of connoisseurs of strong blends, but it was Red Label that was able to surpass all analogues in popularity.

This is a kind of flagship of the company, which, thanks to its flexible combination of price, quality and taste characteristics, every year attracts more and more attention from lovers of strong assemblages.

In 2014, Red took silver at the International Wine & Spirit Competition.

Johnnie Walker Red Label is a blend thanks to which the company has gained its popularity on the world stage.

It is the most recognizable, popular and best-selling brand of Scottish spirits in the world. It is based on more than 35 different types of spirits collected from all over the east coast of Scotland.

At the same time, it should be noted that the formulation of the product has not changed for more than 100 years. The drink is still cold filtered and aged for a long period of time in oak barrels.

Color

The visual appearance of the consistency is based on the red-golden color.

Aroma

The bouquet of aromas of Red Label whiskey is based on multi-layering. It gradually reveals shades of smoky malt, vanilla and spice.

Taste

The gastronomic characteristics of the whiskey include a significant proportion of spices, fresh baked goods and kumquat.

How to spot a fake Red Label

As statistics show, Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey enjoys considerable popularity on all continents of the planet. Such enviable popularity, of course, played a cruel joke on the product, because experienced counterfeiters quite often try to counterfeit it.

Moreover, counterfeits of a famous blend can today be found even in a specialized alcohol supermarket, which means that when choosing, the consumer must pay attention to a number of nuances that make it possible to distinguish a quality product from a fake. These nuances include:

• Bottle design. You will never find chipped glass, deformed caps or traces of glue on the original bottle. At the same time, the manufacturer also provided a number of additional nuances to protect the blend from counterfeits.
  First of all, pay attention to the original blown lid with a convex area in the middle. It must be made of plastic.
  In addition, there should be an additional label right under the cap that says John Walker & Son. If this inscription is modified or missing, you probably have a fake in your hands. Also noteworthy is the fact that all the inscriptions on the branded label have classic corrugation.
• Purity. Produced by long-term aging from the best consumables, the consistency of Red Label whiskey eliminates the appearance of any new growths. If you notice cloudiness or sediment, immediately return the bottle to the shelf.
• Density. Pay special attention to the viscosity of the product. The proprietary blend, due to the content of aged alcohols, stretches a little, and accordingly, large air bubbles form when it is shaken. Aging also manifests itself in the form of a small trail, which remains on the walls of the branded bottle for a few seconds after shaking.

How to drink Red Label

Once you become more interested in the process of tasting Johnnie Walker Red, give preference to classic serving methods. It is best to cool such an aged blend to a temperature of 20-22 degrees, and only then serve it. At this temperature, the taste and aroma of the drink acquire a balanced character and a pleasant nature.

It is best to serve whiskey in deep special glasses with transparent thin glass. They will allow you to study the color of the product and discover the flavor of its aromas. At the same time, during the collective tasting, do not rush to pour the drink into glasses. Let your guests choose their own introduction method.

Many consumers dilute strong blends with water, ice, cola or juice. These ingredients must also be present on your table.

In 2013, Red won a gold medal in the Blended Scotch category at the World Spirits Competition in San Francisco.

What do you drink Red Label whiskey with?

The high strength of the brand makes the consumer think not only about the tasting method, but also about the snacks that can be put on the table. An excellent accompaniment to it would be seafood, hard cheeses and baked poultry. It is better to avoid sweet desserts, as they will cause additional tartness.

Other uses

Johnnie walker red label whiskey is a universal brand of the line. It is great for both tastings in its pure form and for making cocktails. At the same time, Olympia, Scottish Cherry, Rob Roy, Old Buddy, Hawk and Honey and Flame are rightfully considered the best mixes with the brand.

In 2015, Red Label won gold at the International Whiskey Competition.

What types of this drink are there?

Johnnie Walker Red Label is the most popular brand in the line, but that doesn't mean other members of the brand can't match it in terms of tasting performance. Moreover, we can confidently say that the brand’s popularity is based on a flexible combination of price and quality.

Consequently, by looking closely at the other representatives of the collection, you are guaranteed to select for yourself no less refined and sophisticated blends. The line of famous Johnnie Walker products today includes:

• . A strong 43-degree blend with the aroma of crisp grass, woody haze and fruit. Its gastronomic characteristics reveal the honeyed sweetness and tartness of walnuts.
• . Deluxe blend with aroma of molasses, orange and white pepper. The gastronomic basis of the product is revealed by motifs of herbal honey, haze and creamy toffee.
• . A strong blend of dark amber color with a pronounced note of peat smoke in the aroma. The taste is pleasing with the balance between the malt core, toffee and cereals.
• . An excellent blend with the aroma of fresh fruit, almond and nectar. Its taste is dominated by nuances of tannin and signature haze.
• Platinum Label. A blend of rare spirits with the aroma of almond and citrus. The product's flavor ambitions unfold gradually, releasing notes of cherry, mandarin and sandalwood.
• . The oldest blend in the Johnnie Walker line. In its gastronomic foundation you can hear marzipan, honey herbs and dried fruits. The aroma embodies the balance between sweet fruits.

Brief historical summary

Johnnie Walker Red Label has been produced by the company of the same name since 1909. Moreover, the company itself was founded in 1805 by John Walker, who was often affectionately called “Johnny.” The company released its first own blend in 1867. It was a drink called Old Highland Whiskey. Only a few years later it was renamed Blacknake Johnnie Walker. Today, the trademark is owned by Diageo Corporation.

A drink that won't let you down

Looking for a drink to celebrate your anniversary? Do you want to acquire a brand for personal tastings in its purest form or for creating cocktails?

If you pay attention to Red Label, you won't go wrong. Each one represents a standard taste and symbiosis of aromas, but it is the “red” blend that has gained universal recognition and respect. It reveals the signature versatility of the brand.

That is, such a product can be enjoyed in any situation, from ordinary everyday evenings to public events.

Visit your nearest alcohol boutique today to treat yourself to blended Scotch whiskey, the taste of which is appreciated by consumers almost all over the world.

One of the world's best-selling spirits, Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey, has long been a symbol of luck and hard work. Thanks to the ingenuity and perseverance of a simple Scottish guy, modern connoisseurs of noble alcohol received a wonderful bouquet that would not be ashamed to decorate both a festive table and lonely evening reflections.

By the way, which is correct: “good” or “good” whiskey? According to the norms of the Russian language, this word can be either masculine or neuter, as long as it is tasty. According to the Latin spelling, you can easily determine where the proposed product comes from. The Scots write only whiskey, not allowing their national drink to be confused with the similar alcohol of the Irish, Japanese and English.

Exactly like this whiskey, which gathered an entire army of connoisseurs, and was created by Johnnie Walker, a simple grocer from the ancient town of Kilmarnock.

Johnny's father was a tea seller and died too early. The 14-year-old boy, who was left in charge of his mother and the grocery store, had to put in a lot of work to maintain his father’s fortune. But the desire to be a noticeable and successful merchant forced Johnny to take up invention. He began mixing different types of tea and soon his blends gained well-deserved popularity in the town.

A logical continuation of this endeavor was attempts to mix different types of “living water” - whiskey. At that time, the Scots drank exclusively single malt whiskey, that is, made from barley. The taste of this drink was monotonous and harsh. In his rural "laboratory" Walker ennobled the taste of Scotch Scotch, mixing it with whiskey made from other grain crops. But real luck in this matter smiled on Johnny's son Alexander. It was he who, in 1856, created the first blended whiskey that glorified the name of the late Walker - Old Highland.

The next generation of Walkers acquired a distillery in Cardoo, where the Old Highland signature varieties became the now famous Johnnie Walker. In addition to the name of its ancestor, the owners of the distillery awarded the product with rectangular packaging and an original label glued at an angle of 24 degrees.

It was no coincidence that the bottle of johnnie walker whiskey received a tetrahedral shape: this way the product could be stowed more securely in the ship’s hold. Soon the precious liquid from Cardu began to travel throughout Europe and the name of a simple Scot became known in the best houses of European capitals.

In 1909, the next generation of Walkers created the “johnnie walker red label” and “johnnie walker black label” whiskeys, at which time the black and red labels (red label and black label) were decorated emblem a walking man who was destined to walk around the world. This traveler carried the famous Johnnie Walker brand through revolutions and wars into the age of scientific and technological progress and sporting achievements. The whiskey family was replenished with “blue label”, “gold label” and “green label” varieties, and also received a royal order from the hands of George V. The agreement on the supply of Johnnie Walker whiskey to the royal palace is still in effect.

Red Label whiskey production process

Rad Label whiskey is now the most popular product. It is relatively inexpensive and makes it possible to successfully begin your acquaintance with the world of elite alcohol. Each bottle contains a long story of the famous man's life. drink. Having bought a real Rad Label, you can be sure that it languished in an oak barrel, saturated with taste and aromas, for exactly the same number of years as indicated on the lid: from 3 to 5.

Of course, many of the nuances of Red Label whiskey production are kept secret, but in general terms this is the picture. Barley grown in a certain province is selected, like grapes for wine. The grains are saturated with water and wait until they germinate. When sprouts appear, the grain mass is dried over a stove with burning peat. During the process, the raw materials are saturated smell"haze". Then the dried, sweet-tasting barley is ground into flour, poured with boiling water and left to ferment with yeast. All operations take several days.

Finally, the fermented malt is distilled into 70-proof alcohol, in the vapors of which a professional will already smell the smells of smoke, freshly cut grass and a fruity aroma. Malt whiskey obtained in this way is not yet Rad Label. To obtain a signature product, its “brothers” made from wheat are mixed with the resulting barley (malt) whiskey.

They are much cheaper and reduce the price of the drink, leaving many advantages. Among them are bright smoky aromas and hints of vanilla. This is the taste portrait of Rad Label whiskey. Upon closer inspection, you can feel the tastes of apple, pear, and spices. And it’s not surprising, because Red Johnny contains up to 35 varieties of grain components.

If everything went well, the resulting product is poured into oak barrels. These barrels are not new: they used to hold good wine or sherry. Despite careful cleaning, the aromas of the drinks are retained in the wood and transferred to the whiskey during storage. It is clear that no two barrels of whiskey will taste exactly the same. The famous double black label, for example, is stored in heavily charred sherry casks.

Red Label's reddish color comes from caramel coloring made from burnt sugar.

How Rad Label differs from other Labels

How not to buy a fake

Since Rad Label is the most purchased product, it also has a greater number of counterfeits. In order not to be disappointed, you should carefully look at the bottle of Johnnie Walker whiskey in the store. The following are required signs:

• the lower part of the screw cap is barrel-shaped and blown;
• on the side of the lid there is only the inscription “John Walker & Sons” and it must be written without errors;
• the name on the label pasted at an angle of 24 degrees is made in raised letters;
• the edges of the bottle are elegantly ground, the bottom is not strictly rectangular;
• a relief image of a walking man at the top of the bottle and a flat one below the label.

The same signs should be looked for in Black label. Other Walkers are counterfeited less frequently.

How to drink Rad Label

Inexpensive whiskey can handle everything: served in a shot glass, mixed in cocktails, chilled with ice. But to really enjoy it, you have to give it its due. respect the old brand and John Walker himself, adhering to a certain etiquette.

Whiskey is served in pear-shaped glasses with a high stem. The stem, by which the glass should be held, moves the hand away from the nose when the taster inhales the aroma of red label. The smells of perfume do not interfere with enjoying the bouquet of the drink, and when clinking, the glass will make a clear, beautiful sound.

Scots they don't put it ice in whiskey. Firstly, they are already cold, and secondly, excessive cooling kills the aroma. Although many people prefer to drink Rad Label with ice to soften the harsh taste. Ideally, the bottle should be kept for 15 minutes in the refrigerator or in a bucket of cold water.

Toasts They don’t say it before whiskey; all attention is focused on the taste of the drink. Flowers are removed from the table to eliminate unnecessary odors. You should drink in small sips, preferably without snacking, to feel the flavor range. The break between glasses lasts at least half an hour.

Historically, only men drank whiskey in Scotland. Rad Label, like Black Label, hardly fits into female society; its harsh taste may only appeal to very brutal ladies.

Other colors

Having tried red label whiskey, you will want to get acquainted with the whole rainbow of flavors of the old brand.

The review undeservedly forgot one color of johnnie walker whiskey - green. Whiskey Green Label, unfortunately, is no longer in this world. It consisted of a mixture of exclusively barley whiskeys of considerable age and had a distinct fruity taste. Walkers announced termination production and only a lucky few can try the remaining copies.

The sadness of the green label will be brightened up by the most elite representative of the Johnny family - Blue Label. Its price starts at 16 thousand rubles per bottle, each of which is numbered. The aging of Blue Label components reaches up to 25 years - a real hello from the past. They say that in its velvety taste you can catch shades of oak infusion, spices and dark chocolate. Of the several thousand barrels stored in the Walker distilleries, only one contains the unique Blue Label.

Finish review johnnie walker whiskey can be on a positive note, noting the budget, but not inferior to the elite whiskey johnnie walker black label, which has won the most awards than any other scotch scotch. A black label contains up to 40 components. In the aftertaste you can feel the delights of summer - sherry, fruit, sea, honey and smoke from the fire. Black label is best drunk neat. The cost of an original black label whiskey aged up to 12 years is about 2,000 rubles.

Attention, TODAY only!

Whiskey is a noble alcoholic drink whose homeland is Scotland. Beginning in the 17th century, manufacturers made it by distilling spirits obtained from wheat, barley and other grains with the addition of water and yeast. And after that, according to technology, they were kept for the required time in barrels made of oak or cherry wood. Of course, each distillery owner had his own secrets for preparing the drink, which were kept in the strictest confidence. It is to them that we owe such a variety of variants of this strong alcohol, one of the most popular in the whole world. Today, not only Scotland, but also the USA, Japan, Canada and a number of other countries are the largest producers of the drink. Today, let's learn more about the history of Red Label whiskey, its characteristics and strength, as well as options for use in pure form and in cocktails. Remember that this drink is very strong, with an alcohol content of up to 43%, so you need to drink it in moderation so as not to harm your own health.

How Red Label whiskey is made

This drink is original, the manufacturing plant is located in Scotland. Since 1825, they have been producing perhaps one of the best varieties in the world. This drink is single malt, that is, its recipe is exactly the same as it was first created about 400 years ago. The raw material used to make Red Label whiskey is barley, but water, peat and special oak barrels where it is aged for a certain time also have a great influence on the taste and color of the drink.

Why peat? It is required for preparing malt and drying barley, and thanks to the smoke from its combustion (barley is smoked during the preparation of raw materials), which has a very specific smell, the drink acquires a special flavor. The water extracted from the springs is not only crystal clear, but also contains certain minerals. All these factors contribute to the creation of a unique taste of the drink, which connoisseurs drink not only in its pure form, but also in cocktails. The strength of this whiskey is 43%, it is traditionally bottled in square bottles with a unique label located at an angle of 24 degrees, with a capacity of 750 ml. Their design and shape have not changed since 1860.

"Red Label" in its pure form and in cocktails?

Connoisseurs of this noble drink recommend drinking it in its pure form; its temperature should be below room temperature - approximately 20 degrees Celsius. Whiskey is poured into a low glass with wide sides and a thick bottom. It is under these conditions that you will most fully enjoy the aroma of the drink, the light taste of chocolate with notes of flowers, as well as the soft aftertaste that is unique to Red Label. Whiskey, the price of which is considered affordable compared to the same Chivas Regal and is approximately 730-750 rubles for a standard 750 ml bottle, can also be used in cocktails. This is a good option if you don’t like drinking strong drinks or prefer interesting combinations of several ingredients. The main rule is that before you start creating various mixes, this alcohol should be kept at room temperature, and not added cold. For example, to mix Pool House, you will need:

• 50 ml;
• 20 ml caramel syrup;
• 50 ml low-fat liquid cream;
• 20 ml Red Label whiskey;
• whipped cream from a can for decoration.

Mix all ingredients in a shaker for about 15-20 seconds, pour in and top with whipped cream. This rather sweet and weak cocktail is sure to please the ladies. And for the Kite mix, take:

• 20 ml Red Label whiskey;
• 20 ml of any gin;
• 10 ml lemon juice;
• cherries from a jar for decoration.

All ingredients are mixed in a shaker as standard and then poured into a cocktail glass, which should be finally garnished with a cherry. Now you can not only mix delicious cocktails based on Red Label whiskey, but also tell your friends the history of its creation and production (just like a real bartender does). By the way, if you are looking for an original gift for friends or throwing a grand party at home, you can buy a giant bottle of Red Label whiskey; the price of 4,500 milliliters (4.5 liters) of the drink will be about 5,000 rubles. It is packaged in a beautiful box, and the bottle itself is held on a special swing stand for easy pouring of the drink. Rest assured, your guests will be delighted.