Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Years Sherry Finish
The Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Years Sherry Finish gives the classic whisky a - as the name suggests - sherry finish, i.e. a post-maturing in Jerez sherry casks. This is to put the proverbial icing on the cake of the iconic whisky.With a slightly adapted design with distinct accents in pink, Johnnie Walker has remained true to the familiar style, as with all bottlings.
The panel
Mean 60.0 · spread 6
Value for money 4/5
- Bottler
- John Walker & Sons
- Type
- Blended Malt Whisky
- Country
- Scotland
- Age
- 12 years
- Strength
- 40% ABV
- Character
- mellow
Tasting
Nose
The profile is logically similar to that of the Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Years. In addition, we have dominant notes of plum and red berries. In the background, a little thin smokiness, as well as the familiar honey-caramel flavours.
Palate
Soft and easy to drink with delicate smoke, the Johnnie Walker nevertheless comes across as thin and flat. The fruity sweetness at the front gradually changes to a marzipan-amaretto note. A little fig, a little vanilla. Nothing more.
Finish
Quite short and with light oak notes, the blend says goodbye to the palate.
Verdicts
Marcel
A light, fruity blend that’s pleasant to sip thanks to its sherry finish, but unfortunately leaves no lasting impression. For the price, you can find whiskies with more character elsewhere – yet it works well as an uncomplicated companion in cocktails.
Sascha
The Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Years Sherry Finish shows a solid balance between fruity notes and gentle smokiness, but overall feels a bit thin and lacking in complexity. The short finish and moderate sherry influence provide decent structure, yet fall short of what you’d expect from a 12-years blend.
What it is worth
No auction record for this distillery, so we cannot tell you what this bottle is worth. We would rather say that than guess.