I was once of the belief that single malts were superior to blends, then this became one of my favorites.
@rorycoetzee2621
2 жыл бұрын
Right.... totally took me by surprise!
@KezAH-GT
8 ай бұрын
I agree this is absolutely a great whisky for the price. Took me by surprise when I was given it as a gift a few years ago. Its just got the right level of smoothness and smoke.
@Shockwavee3402
6 ай бұрын
@KezAH-GT which is better black or double black ? Difference btw single malt and blended?
@KezAH-GT
6 ай бұрын
Double black for me it’s just got a more Smokey fuller body taste to me. It’s largely the same whisky slightly different held but aged using charred barrels. It’s a blended malt all JW are blended, just means it is made from a blend of single malt and grain whiskies from multiple distilleries. Single malt scotch is just whisky distilled from a fermented mash made entirely of malted barley from a single distillery.
@karloswithak6823
2 жыл бұрын
As a new Scotch enthusiast I tried JW red and thought the entire label was garbage because I disliked it so much. My wife bought me Black Label and I never looked back. I am excited to try some of their other labels but the Black is an absolute staple in my collection. ❤️
@NoNonsenseWhisky
2 жыл бұрын
I recommend the Green Label, that's my absolute favourite of the JW range
@azzx1293
2 жыл бұрын
agreed
@farklestaxbaum4945
Жыл бұрын
I had the same problem, I tried the Red and its terrible, Almost ruined JW for me as a brand, but the Black and Double Black are quite good.
@stanpines9011
Жыл бұрын
Glad I'm not the only one with this exact experience
@sirbowman3158
11 ай бұрын
Black Label was the first scotch I ever tried, and I loved it. Unfortunately, before I developed a modicum of decorum with my alcohol consumption, I had several traumatic experiences with malt liquor. As a result, most alcohol with a good amount of malt flavor is borderline unpalatable to me, and sadly Johnnie Black has never tasted the same. Double Black, however, tastes far better to me, and I love drinking it neat and in my morning coffee.
@pokeround
3 жыл бұрын
The Green Label has changed radically. Used to be a dark and powerfully malty treat but has become very fruity and much lighter (I resisted purchasing earlier today for £28 on Amazon which says a lot and none of it good) - perhaps more Linkwood in the blend? IDK, shame anyway. The Double Black I remember as having a fine nose, decent on the palate, but the finish drops of the cliff like Wile E. Coyote. Fair review imo. Cheers, Vin!
@albertomolina3868
2 жыл бұрын
This is fantastic. I like peated scotch and this is light on the peat but big on flavor: smoke, vanilla, caramel. I.prefer this to the 18 and blue label. Yes that's right, I like this one much better than those And it is so much more affordable.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
2 жыл бұрын
I definitely prefer this to the 18 and Blue! If you can, try the 15yra Green label, I think its the best of the bunch (although I still havent covered it on the channel)
@albertomolina3868
2 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky I also have the green. I would give the edge to the green but I think the double black is so good. Both are the only 2 whiskeys I will purchase from Johnny Walker.
@Jeremy0459
3 жыл бұрын
Agree with you about the Red and the regular Black. Red has this antiseptic rubbing alcohol note that just reminds me of waiting in a doctor's office, and the Black is just okay. I keep hearing good things about the Green from you and other's but have yet to try a bottle myself. Looking forward to your review on that one.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
There's definitely people out there that like the Red as it sells like hot cakes, but I couldn't even finish the bottle.
@paweszymczyk6435
3 жыл бұрын
The same Gents... RL is really bad for my, but I am not demanding client. In Poland this is one of the cheapest recognizable whisky, majority in a litre bottles, but this false smoky taste is terrible.
@primewhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Great review👍🏻have not tried this one but the Green one is the best one i have tried (Tried red, black, green, blue)
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I really do need to cover the Green, it's also my favourite I've tried so far
@benmorrison3831
3 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky 100% do it! It is usually c. £40, but can be picked up for £30 at Morrison's if there is one near you
@ronaldtheriot
2 жыл бұрын
I tried it, last week, and I really liked it.
@erikdahl3171
2 жыл бұрын
Don''t like the red, black is tolerable, like the Green, Gold and Blue. Just tried this for the first time, I do like it. Seems like it would pair nice with a cigar.
@BlackBourbonFamily
3 жыл бұрын
I enjoy this Johnny. Not many people know about it for some reason... Nice review
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Strange that. I think maybe people see it as the standard black on shelves and just skip past it?
@PrestigeLiquidsWW
3 жыл бұрын
Another great review mate. I have been wanting to review this for a long time now. I need to pull my finger out hahaha
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's definitely worth covering anything JW
@foodquig
3 жыл бұрын
I was not a great fan of this one... I preferred the regular Black. Green is still the way to go... What do you thonk of the Jane Walker?
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I haven't tried the Jane yet, but I think it's a misguided attempt at inclusion that actually comes across poorly
@maltymission
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers for giving this some due attention. Many people and channels walk right passed JW expressions but I quite like both the standard black and this one. just very decent easy sippers like you say. The green label seems like a solid plan
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I don't really get the JW bashing. Sure there are some expressions that are downright terrible. And some that are overpriced. But there's definitely a sweet spot of affordable and decent drams in their range
@christinecamley
7 ай бұрын
I wish we had it available in Canada! I drink the Green once in awhile but generally I love sophisticated single malt scotches. The blue label is enormously overrated IMG at a lousy 40%. There are so many fabulous single malts available for much less! Cheers!
@ironmantooltime
3 жыл бұрын
Just got a bottle on black Friday £27 for some Xmas whisky macs - happy at that price 😎
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I'm getting on with the bottle as a guilt free sipper. Will be good to batter over xmas and not drain some of the better bottles
@russdramdrinker3487
3 жыл бұрын
The greens decent although a bit thin, I think the blacks 12 years ok but for a 12 year blend i much prefer Antiquary 12 yo and it's a similar price. Only problem with the Antiquary it's harder to get hold of.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
To be fair, I think all the JWs suffer from that thin feeling. A symptom of the low abvs I'd wager.
@gentlemangrimm2637
3 жыл бұрын
I've not really explored the Johnnie Walker range properly. I seem to remember thinking this on was okay when I tried it, but that will have been 4 or 5 years ago now so I might not feel the same way about it now 😅
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
You definitely have to go into them with an open mind. There's definitely good expressions in the range. Just some shockers as well
@thesenate933
3 жыл бұрын
Just getting in to whiskey and picked up this one. I have reached the stage now where i dont taste anything but fire, making progress! :P
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Keep at it, and keep trying loads of different stuff. It will get easier and you'll have unlocked an amazing world of flavour
@thesenate933
3 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky thank you! I have always preferred whiskey over other spirits, as it has a lot of flavour. Is it considered heretical to put some ice in it, or even water it down as a beginner?
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Not at all. And don't let anyone tell you different. I'm a big believer in drinking it however you like
@thesenate933
3 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky makes me happy to hear. Thank you for the replies and keep up the good work!
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
No worries man, good luck on your journey. Feel free to ask if you have any questions
@befuddled2010
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Vin. Now I know I can stick to the original JW Black and spend my money elsewhere. Cheers!
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Worth it for a one off I think, but yeah the BL is just fine
@christinecamley
7 ай бұрын
Correction: Some of Canada’s specialty liquor stores - provincially regulated - sell this expression! I did just do a big search! I have to track it down, its availability is limited here, but I will get a bottle. My guess is I will prefer better single malts even for a pour here and there! Moderation! I have a couple of pours a week!
@CharlieMac53
6 ай бұрын
Bought a bottle of this at the airport due to many positive reviews. What a disappointment! I was worried that I was becoming a single malt snob and it turns out that due to this rubbish, I am. I will know in future to spend a bit more to ensure a good single malt experience.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
6 ай бұрын
To be honest, this one probably isn't a good gauge of impending snobbery 🤣 I personally think it under performs Vs it's price. But maybe I'm a snob too 🤣
@Koby616
11 ай бұрын
Had it as my 1st smokey whiskey. I didn't liked it, but it had interesting flavors.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
11 ай бұрын
That's a good start though! Maybe you'll find other smokey whiskies to your liking
@Koby616
11 ай бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky ye I have kilchoman machair bay open now. It's great one
@nickwoodward1511
3 жыл бұрын
Good unpretentious review. i am a convert.....re the whisky its not bad...a deanston virgin at the price kills it.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I appreciate that. You're dead right. It definitely won't be a repurchase that's for sure
@eissaalzarzour1261
2 ай бұрын
What could be an alternatives for jw dbl black ?
@NoNonsenseWhisky
2 ай бұрын
The JW Black 12 is good on a budget but I would always go to the JW Green 15. Outside of the JW range, you could try the Black Bottle series, the 10, or the Alchemy Series are great
@eissaalzarzour1261
2 ай бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky Thanks mate !! However, I'm not sure if we do have these brands in Dubai !
@johnw218
3 жыл бұрын
Useful review thanks though I'm still not sure I'll get a bottle. JW Black is good reliable stuff and the Green, to my taste, maybe even better with a bit more complexity .
@NicTheGreek84
2 жыл бұрын
Great review pal
@NoNonsenseWhisky
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! 🥃🥃
@NicTheGreek84
2 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky have you tried the 18 year old and the gold Thinking of getting one of them soon but wouldn’t mind knowing what they’re like
@WhiskyNeighbour
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting. I just ran a JW blind and I picked the JW Black 12 as my favourite. What???? Anyway, I definitely do not prefer this over the standard black. Cool t hear your thoughts. Cheers!
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
JW blind would be an interesting thing to do!
@WhiskyNeighbour
3 жыл бұрын
@@NoNonsenseWhisky I came across a sampler pack on offer. Great price, and fun video. Take care!
@marcinmartychiewicz1364
3 жыл бұрын
Have you tried island green is that that much different from original green?
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I actually haven't tried the Island yet. On the list though
@sowlegwhiskyreview5501
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it is bound to be a bit on the meh side of things, but its an okay whisky for sipping once in a while. One of our SOWLEG buddies claim the gold label is quite good, you might try that one if it is still around :)
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I'll definitely enjoy drinking through the bottle, but it won't get replaced after. I've never actually tried the Gold so I would be interested in it
@johnnymorawski6543
3 жыл бұрын
Just got some Johnny and it was called “a song of fire” from game of thrones. It’s ok not as good as the johnnie white Walker
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I'll probably avoid that one as I didn't like the WW at all
@carlcooper9329
3 жыл бұрын
Great review Vin. I’m a big fan of JW 12 but I’m unsure whether or not to chance the Double Black or buy another JW 12. Can I ask please, where do you get all your miniatures from or where is the best place to order from. Cheers🥃
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I'd say just keep an eye on price. If the Double comes up on a good deal then grab it but don't pay retail for it, it's not worth the increase. My samples come from all over. Subscription services, airports, dram swaps with friends and tasting sets. Unfortunately I haven't got a central place to direct you too
@carlcooper9329
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Vin
@WhiskyBuzz
3 жыл бұрын
Great review mate 🙌🏻
@johng.7560
Жыл бұрын
Why not get a real Islay single malt, Ardbeg 10 which is about the same price. Peat Chimney is a blend of single malts and bottled at 46%, either are a better choice than JW overly mass produced swill for the ignorant masses.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
Жыл бұрын
Of course I agree with the initial statement, but that's not really the point of my channel. I try to present each bottle in terms of its self-contained value rather than just trying to direct people to what I think are better whiskies. In this video, I clearly state that this bottle is not particularly good value. I disagree fervently with the 'ignorant masses' statement though. JW have a lot of good quality liquid, if not often overpriced.
@bryeeeeeeeee
Жыл бұрын
why would you tell people what to buy and which bottle they want to spend their money? if they enjoy this then what do you care? if you enjoy Islay single malt, then who cares? this is a beverage review and of course he will try to review as much drinks as he wants.
@icedrop1960
3 жыл бұрын
Just curious, what do you call that thing you put at the mouth of the glass? And where can I buy one? Thanks!
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Hey! I actually sell those ones from my store on www.nononsensewhisky.com. We call them Challenge Coins but they can called whisky hats or glass toppers too
@jimtuggey
3 жыл бұрын
Good review. It’s a decent whisky, but for about the same price I’d rather have Glasgow Blend form Compass Box.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Me too. That's a real quality dram that
@vegasdevil627
2 жыл бұрын
I want to like it, I really do... But it seems like a gimmick. Someone said that it tastes like they added liquid smoke to it. Not worth 45 bucks.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
2 жыл бұрын
Completely agree. Stick with the standard black, much better value
@stingrae789
3 жыл бұрын
I keep trying Green but never find myself liking it. For me it's Double Black the Black then Gold. Oddly I find Dewar's 15 close to double blank. Still not tried Plat/18 and the GoT releases.
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
I've not tried any Dewar's yet, but I've covered a few of the GoT bottles that are actually pretty good, few more on the way too
@Siriusly_Sirius
3 жыл бұрын
Double Black. So, 24 years? 😏
@NoNonsenseWhisky
3 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't that be nice 🤣 can you imagine how much that would cost
@vegasdevil627
2 жыл бұрын
That would make sense.
@shanewaldron2971
Жыл бұрын
Double black is way below Black 12, tastes cheap and I think they’re just profiting off of bad palates
@juanluna9112
Жыл бұрын
So those who patronizes the Double Black has bad palates? Huh!
@farklestaxbaum4945
Жыл бұрын
Johnny Walker has some good products but does a terrible job at their marketing - i.e. explaining whats in each bottle and why it should be worth the price. The colors have no logical meaning, for example, black and double black are both good but quite different - the double black should have an entirely different name.
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