Created to honor the royal warrant awarded to Johnnie Walker in 1934, King George V is a whisky fit for royalty and not just in name. It’s a tribute to a bygone era of whisky craftsmanship, featuring rare malts from distilleries that operated during the reign of King George V, including the legendary, now silent Port Ellen. Every sip is steeped in history, prestige, and elegance, a regal experience for those who appreciate rarity, depth, and timeless refinement.

Johnnie Walker King George V
Brand: Johnnie Walker | Category: Blended Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Scotland | Vol: 75cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Deeply aromatic and dignified, dried figs, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, and rich spice layered with soft peat smoke and antique oak.
Palate: Silky and weighty on the tongue, flavors of stewed fruit, toffee, Christmas cake, and warm spice unfold slowly, carried by a gentle, smoky elegance. Complex, balanced, and powerfully smooth.
Finish: Exceptionally long and luxurious, echoes of sherry wood, dried orange peel, smoldering oak, and spice linger like a velvet curtain slowly falling.

Production Details:
This rare blend includes some of the most prestigious whiskies in the Johnnie Walker reserves, notably from the famed Port Ellen and Cardhu distilleries. Carefully selected by Master Blender Jim Beveridge and his team, the whisky is married in oak casks to create a final spirit of exquisite harmony and texture. Everything from the liquid to the hand-crafted crystal decanter-style bottle speaks to exclusivity.

Perfect For:
Ideal for once in a lifetime occasions: milestone birthdays, weddings, executive gifts, or personal achievements that deserve to be marked with something unforgettable. Best shared in quiet moments of reflection or with those who understand the value of craftsmanship over time.

Expert Notes:
Hailed as a "masterpiece in blended Scotch", King George V has earned acclaim for its balance of smoke, fruit, and elegance. It’s often described as the ultimate expression of Johnnie Walker’s heritage, an heirloom whisky for connoisseurs.

Customer Reviews:
🗣️ "Velvety, deep, and unforgettable, this isn’t just whisky, it’s history in a glass."
🗣️ "The Port Ellen influence is unmistakable. Subtle smoke and richness like no other JW."
🗣️ "Was gifted a bottle for my retirement. I opened it with my family and we’ll never forget that night."

Interesting Fact:
Only whiskies from distilleries operational during King George V’s reign (1910–1936) can be used in this blend, making it one of the rarest and most historically rooted releases in the Johnnie Walker portfolio.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat in a crystal tumbler or Glencairn glass. Let it breathe for several minutes to release the full bouquet. Avoid ice or mixers, this is a whisky that deserves your undivided attention.

Distillery Background:
The House of Johnnie Walker, founded in 1820, has long been known for blending expertise and iconic innovation. King George V stands at the pinnacle of that tradition, a blend that doesn’t just tell a story of Scotch, but of time, heritage, and excellence passed down through generations.