Johnnie Walker Black Label

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 9 by Michael Jackson and Paul Pacult.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Rich. Maple syrup, spices and mustard. Can a whisky have a hint of acidity on the nose? Yes, but rahter the acidity of a Lenny Bruce rather than of vinegar. Palate Marijuana. Big interplay of smoky dryness, spicy heat and sweetly malty, creamy vanilla. Finish Rounded with raisiny sherry. At length, mellow. Comment Is Black Label a great whisky? Was Dizzy Gillespie a great musician?

Paul Pacult Nose The salty thumbprint of Talisker is identifiable from the moment of pouring. Mature, moderately oaked and oily in a nutty manner. A lovely and textured bouquet. Palate Medium-to-full bodied. Leaps far past the Red Label in terms of grip on the tongue as grainy flavours start out dry at entry, then go pedal-to-the-metal at mid-palate with tangy, vivid tastes of peat, tobacco leaf, malt, and ripe apple. Finish The malt becomes sweet and zesty in the aftertaste. Comment A blend that I like more every time I evaluate it.