Johnnie Walker Black Label was first introduced in 1909 and is made from a blend of around 40 single malts, including notable names like Talisker, Cardhu, and Lagavulin, with a strong presence of Islay malts. Originally named Extra Special Old Highland Whisky, it was renamed Black Label as customers began identifying it by the colour of its label.

The Johnnie Walker legacy began in 1820 when 15-year-old John Walker opened a grocery store in Kilmarnock and started selling Scotch whisky. His son, Alexander, took over in 1857 and transformed the family business into a dedicated whisky enterprise. By 1908, the brand had evolved into Johnnie Walker, launching iconic labels: White, Red, and Extra Special Black. While the White Label was discontinued, the Red and Black—housed in the brand’s signature square bottles and featuring the famous “Striding Man”—became global icons.

A favourite of Sir Winston Churchill, Black Label even made its way into his 1932 painting Bottlescape, where it takes pride of place.

Taste guide: light peat smoke, subtle saltiness, honeyed sweetness, vanilla toffee, and fruitcake notes

How to serve: in cocktails, or as a sipper

40% alc.vol. |  700ml  |  Scotland