Johnnie Walker has launched a rare 52-year-old whisky blend, paying tribute to Scotland’s rich distilling history. This exceptional release features a mix of six rare malt whiskies and two grain whiskies, sourced from “ghost distillers” — defunct distilleries, some of which ceased operations as early as the 1980s.
The release is limited to just 200 bottles, with each priced at £23,500 ($25,000), making it a highly exclusive offering.
Master distiller Emma Walker led the creation of this unique blend, selecting liquid from the Cambus distillery, which closed in 1993, and Caresebridge, which shuttered in 1983. The single-grain whiskies sourced from these distilleries are said to bring flavors of butterscotch, spice, tea leaves, and hints of menthol to the final product.
“Alongside my small team of whisky experts, we hand-selected some of our oldest and most precious casks of Highland single malt and Lowland single grain whiskies for my first ultra-rare release as master blender,” Walker said in a statement. “With this deceptively simple cask combination, our intention was to create a new, masterful blend in homage to our founders’ achievements.”
It is important to note that the 52-year age statement on the bottle refers to the youngest whisky in the blend. While the exact age of the other whiskies used remains undisclosed, it is likely that some are significantly older.
Bottled at 41.2% ABV, this limited-edition whisky is available through Diageo private client services and select luxury retailers.
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