The Johnnie Walker King George V Chinese New Year Edition is a limited-edition blended Scotch whisky, specifically designed to celebrate the Lunar New Year. It features a unique design, often incorporating elements of Chinese culture, and contains whiskies from rare and precious casks, including those from now-closed distilleries that operated during King George V’s reign. The whisky is known for its rich, creamy, and complex flavor profile, with notes of sweet spice, dried fruits, vanilla, and a distinctive maritime smokiness from the Port Ellen distillery.Â
-
Limited Edition Design:
The packaging often features unique artwork, sometimes by a Chinese artist, to celebrate the Chinese New Year and the Year of the Zodiac animal.Â
-
Rare and Precious Whiskies:
The blend includes whiskies from distilleries that were active during King George V’s reign, including some from now-closed distilleries like Port Ellen.Â
-
Complex Flavor Profile:
The whisky offers a rich, creamy taste with notes of sweet spice, dried fruits, vanilla, and a smoky character derived from Port Ellen.Â
-
Celebratory Purpose:
It’s designed as a statusful and meaningful gift to celebrate the Lunar New Year and strengthen business relationships.Â
-
Royal Warrant Connection:
The whisky commemorates the royal warrant granted to Johnnie Walker & Sons by King George V in 1934.Â
-
Iconic Bottle Design:
The design often echoes the classic Johnnie Walker slanted label, adding to its prestige.Â
Brand |
Johnnie Walker |
---|
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.