Johnnie Walker Black Ruby: the new whisky that leaves you wanting more
Johnnie Walker, the well-known Scottish whisky brand, has a new baby: Johnnie Walker Black Ruby. The latest addition to the Black Label range is a whisky that gives the traditional Johnnie Walker flavor a fresh twist. Dr. Emma Walker, Master Blender at Johnnie Walker, has created a whisky that will appeal to both the classic whisky lover and the modern cocktail fan.
The unique flavor of Johnnie Walker Black Ruby
So what makes Johnnie Walker Black Ruby so special? This whisky is a perfect blend of the finest whiskies from Scotland’s famous “Four Corners distilleries,” each contributing its own unique characteristics:
- Clynelish (Highlands) adds creamy, smooth flavors to the blend
- Glenkinchie and Cameronbridge (Lowlands) provide a light vanilla and fruity note that makes the whisky approachable
- Cardhu (Speyside) brings rich fruity flavors of raspberries, blackberries and figs
- Cao Ila (Islay) adds a subtle smokiness that completes the whole.
Fruity whisky with a subtle smoky undertone
The combination of these whiskies creates a refined, fruity flavor with a surprising smoky undertone that brings balance to the whole. According to Dr. Emma Walker, the mastermind behind this blend, Johnnie Walker Black Ruby contains rich notes of raspberries, blackberries, honey and subtle hints of plums and figs.
Delicious in cocktails
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby is not only a delight to drink neat, but also a fantastic base for cocktails. Whether you’re making an Old Fashioned or a Whisky Sour, the flavor profiles of Johnnie Walker Black Ruby add a refreshing fruitiness that pairs perfectly with the other ingredients in your cocktail.
Making a Black Ruby Highball
Mixologist and World Class winner Ben Lobos recommends the Black Ruby Highball. A simple take on a Japanese classic that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
• 50 ml Johnnie Walker Black Ruby
• 20 ml lime juice
• 20 ml honey syrup
• 100 ml soda water
• Ice cubes
Method: combine all ingredients and stir gently until everything is perfectly mixed. Garnish with honeycomb or a lime wedge and serve in a highball glass.
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby: available now
Johnnie Walker Black Ruby is now available worldwide, after making its debut in countries including Mexico, Australia and Puerto Rico. It’s the perfect whisky to add to your home bar or give as a gift to the whisky lover in your life. You normally buy it for €39.99, but it’s on sale now too. At Gall&Gall you can now buy a bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Ruby for ten euros less (Christmas idea?).
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