In commemoration of its 200th birthday, Johnnie Walker, the world’s number one scotch whisky, announced the release of four exclusive limited editions. Each of these anniversary specials – a new bottle design and three newly crafted whiskies – are a celebration of the incredible journey, pioneering spirit and dedication to quality that was started by its founder, John Walker, in 1820.
Diageo Global Scotch Director, John Williams, said: “We wanted to mark our 200-year journey with the launch of these four exclusive limited editions – they’re a celebration of where we’ve come from but, more than that, they are each expressions of what’s possible today and into tomorrow, and that’s exciting. John’s spark, vision and entrepreneurial fire were the impetus to growing the John Walker name… This year we’re celebrating the steps he first took – steps that have inspired generations of our whisky makers and are at the heart of everything we do today and will do tomorrow.”
Browse through the unique designs of the anniversary limited editions below
JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL 200TH ANNIVERSARY LIMITED EDITION DESIGN
This new limited edition design features stunning illustrations that bring to life the 200-year journey of John Walker & Sons as well as Johnnie Walker, paying homage to some of the great cities and countries that have been part of this inspiring story since 1820.
JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL LEGENDARY EIGHT
This exclusive release celebrates 200 years of craft. It is a smooth, mellow Scotch crafted using whisky hand-selected from only eight legendary distilleries that all existed in 1820, including some very rare expressions from long-closed “ghost”.
JOHN WALKER & SONS CELEBRATORY BLEND
This limited edition release is inspired by a breakthrough moment in John Walker & Sons’ history – the launch of Old Highland Whisky in the 1860s. This rich and complex Scotch is inspired by the flavours found in the Walker family’s grocery store during that period and is crafted with whiskies from distilleries operating at the time.
JOHN WALKER & SONS BICENTENARY BLEND
This exceptional whisky is a sensorial journey down the fragrant aisles of John Walker’s original grocery store in Scotland with rich layers that re-imagine the exotic flavours that shaped John Walker’s imagination. It is crafted with rare and exceptional whiskies, all aged for at least 28 years, including whiskies from long-closed “ghost” distilleries such as Pittyvaich, Cambus and soon to be re-opened Port Ellen.
All four exclusive releases will launch from October onwards, subject to market distribution and availability, for a limited period only.
Source: PR Newswire