That fruit was also the very first thing I tasted, with raisins, dried figs, dried apricots, and honey being front and center. With that honey, it almost takes on a sweetened and jam-like flavor — almost like a flavor you’d see in some aged sherries or cognac — with a wisp of peat smoke tying everything together.

Double Black Whiskey in Kenya 1 Litre Johnnie Walker Double Black Whiskey in Kenya 1 Litre

The two spirits have a fair share of differences, and we will give you comprehensive details on the two starting from history, production process, flavor profiles to the price point. Key DifferencesThe two scotch whiskies from Scotland have their own identity, noticeable in appearance, smell, and taste. Editor’s Note: This whisky was provided to us as a free sample to review by the party behind it. The Whiskey Wash, while appreciative of this, did keep full independent editorial control over this article. Thirty-One Whiskey is a blog devoted to the appreciation of good whiskey, fine cigars, and the value of a hard day’s work in the wood shop.

Whisky Review: Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Scotch Whisky Review: Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Scotch

Mouthfeel: An exceptionally creamy texture, coupled with a robust body creates an incomparable experience. Palate: Good body and very creamy with a sublimely malty core. It offers up a surprising level of peat smoke which works really well. Creamy sweetness, hints of soft wood smoke, salty butter, custard and cereal grains. When taken neat, this is a legitimately delicious scotch whisky. You definitely won’t be mistaking this for an Islay scotch anytime soon, but it has some of those characteristics coming along for the ride combined with a fruity and rich flavor profile. I could happily sip this all day long — especially combined with a good cigar. Awesome. Long and rewarding balanced between fruity sweetness, smoke, citrus peel, vanilla and warming pepper spice. The base grain whisky comprises corn and wheat, which are then supplemented with malts for additional flavour.This has depth and richness, flavor and character that you do not see in their standard line of scotch. It might be younger but it is a definite improvement. Nose/aroma: This full-bodied blend conveys a subtle smokiness and robust spiciness. Hints of barley, cereal, toffee, and herbs all come together harmoniously. In 1925, the company joined the Distillers Company, which was acquired by the Irish Guinness in 1986, and subsequently merged with Diageo in 1997.