Johnnie Walker Island Green is a more smoky and intense expression of the original.
Walker’s story began in Kilmarnock, Scotland, a humble beginning for what would later become a global dynasty. As a young man, Walker left the family farm to follow his entrepreneurial spirit. He became a grocer, trading a wide variety of goods; tea was his specialty. It was his skill at blending tea leaves that gave Walker the idea for blending grain and malt whiskies to create a smoother drink and more consistent quality.
Walker’s son Alexander continued to build the family Scotch Dynasty, when he joined the family business in 1856. Advertising had not yet caught on as a marketing vehicle, so Walker turned to other means to make the product memorable to consumers. In 1867, Alexander registered his signature black and gold slanting label, a design that is strikingly similar to the present Black Label®. When copyrights became available in 1876, Walker added that measure of protection. By that time, Walker's whisky was already in its characteristic and revolutionary square bottle.
Upon his death in 1889, Alexander Walker passed on the business to his three sons: John, George Paterson and Alexander II. It was Alexander II who continued the family expertise in blending, while George bears responsibility for the marketing innovation that endures today.
Johnnie Walker Island Green
A dynamic interpretation of our Johnnie Walker Green Label, crafted using only Single Malt Whiskies from each of the four corners of Scotland. Johnnie Walker Island Green has all the character of a single malt, but with a richer flavour experience – combining notes of rich toffee, fresh black pepper. The maritime malt whisky Caol Ila provides the greatest influence in this stunning combination of smoke, sweetness and spice.
A rare combination, showcasing a greater influence of Island malts – most prominently Caol Ila – those who have tried Johnnie Walker Green label will find Johnnie Walker Island Green to be a smokier, more intense expression of the original.
Technical Details
Brand
JOHNNIE WALKER ISLAND GREEN
Tasting Notes
NOSE: Aromas of saltwater and fresh, black pepper mingle with tropical notes of sweet vanilla, toffee and earthy sandalwood.
PALATE: This spectacular whisky presents a unique range and depth of flavour – full-bodied with warm spice. It expertly balances the distinct sweetness of the fruit with the robustness of smoke.
FINISH: Johnnie Walker Island Green ends with a complex, lingering finish – combining gentle and warming peat-smoke with sweet orchard fruit flavours.
Storage Instructions
Storage away from direct light in a cool and dry place
Since
Thursday 02 January, 2020
