Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 year Blended Scotch Whiskyminiature 2012. PET.

This bottle was part of a private collection/general circulation and can have natural signs of wear!!!

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 year Blended Scotch Whisky miniature 2012. PET.

Condition: Collector-Please note as this is a vintage/rare/limited edition bottle, conditions of bottle/label and liquid level can vary - Some years can vary and as estimations only (example: estimated 1970s/80s).
Lost Distillery/Brand: No. but label is no longer produced.
Fill level: On the shoulder.

Whisky still produced: Yes. But not this label.
Category: Blend. 
Distillery: Still producing.
Bottler: Distillery Bottling.
Bottling series: Miniature.
Bottling Year: 2012
Stated Age: 12 years old.
Cask type: Not stated. 
Strength: 40% vol.
Size: 50ml.
Colouring: Yes.
Chill-filtered: Yes. 
Bottle code: L2261CL00015802282
Country Origin: Scotland.
Market: Worldwide.

Johnnie Walker Black Label, originally known as “Extra Special Old Highland Whisky,” was created by Alexander Walker in 1865. This blend was designed to offer a consistent and high-quality whisky experience. The iconic square bottle and slanted label were introduced to make the brand stand out on shelves. Over time, Black Label became synonymous with premium blended Scotch whisky, known for its rich, complex flavour profile, achieved through the blending of whiskies aged for a minimum of 12 years. Today, it remains one of the most popular and recognizable Scotch whiskies worldwide. The result is a timeless classic with depth and balance of flavour. Drink it with ice, neat or in a Highball.

The story of Johnnie Walker and our whisky history begins, naturally enough, with the man who gave our whisky his name. In 1820, the young farmer’s son started his own grocer’s shop in the thriving town of Kilmarnock. His father had died the year before and the farm sold. It was a tough start in life, but there was always something special about John. A glint in his eye. A fire in his belly. Within the year, the family farm had been sold and the money used to set him up with his own grocer’s shop in the thriving local town of Kilmarnock. It was a smart move. In those days, most grocers stocked a line of single malts, but they were never consistent. This wasn’t good enough for John. So he started blending them together to create a whisky that tasted just as good every time. 

When John passed away after a full and prosperous life in 1857, he left his son, Alexander, with a very healthy business. These were fast-moving times. Britain was the pulsating heart of an Industrial Revolution that was set to change absolutely everything. In Kilmarnock, the railway had arrived, carrying goods to great ships travelling to the four corners of the world. Like his father, Alexander knew a good opportunity when he saw one.

Alexander created the first commercial blend, known as Old Highland Whisky, which laid the foundation for the brand’s future success.

The distinctive square bottle and slanted label were introduced in 1877, making Johnnie Walker instantly recognizable. By the early 20th century, the brand had introduced its famous Red and Black Label blends. Over the years, Johnnie Walker continued to innovate and expand its range, introducing other labels such as Green, Gold, and Blue.

Today, Johnnie Walker is one of the world’s best-selling Scotch whiskies, known for its consistent quality and wide range of blends, catering to various tastes and preferences. The brand’s legacy continues to be celebrated globally, symbolizing the rich heritage of Scotch whisky.

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