Johnnie Walker Excelsior Whisky 50 Year Old · 1947 Vintage

75cl · 43% ABV

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HTFW Cat. No: LP4987
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Johnnie Walker Excelsior is one of the more sought after limited editions within the Johnnie Walker range of Blended whiskies.

A vatting of whiskies entirely distilled in 1947 and bottled fifty years later in 1997, this is a remarkable and quite stunning whisky. Double matured in port seasoned oak casks to create a pre-eminence in scotch: a whisky of unsurpassed richness and velvet smoothness.

Highly collectable and becoming one of the holy grails of the Johnnie Walker range.

Product Details

Distillery/Brand Johnnie Walker
Age 50 year old
Alcohol ABV 43% ABV
Vintage 1947
Year Bottled 1997
Cask Wood Type Oak
Country of Origin Scotland
Packaging Original Box

Tasting Notes

Colour

Deep amber-gold with mahogany undertones and a warm copper glow.

Nose

Opulent, velvety nose of dark fruits—prune, fig and cherry—accented by sultana sweetness. Port-seasoned oak releases cacao, cocoa nibs, caramelized vanilla and spice (nutmeg, clove). Subtle tobacco, leather and cedar deepen the bouquet, while a bright hint of orange zest lifts the aroma. A mature, luxurious perfume that promises extraordinary richness and refined elegance.

Palate

Velvet, full-bodied richness with dark plum, fig and cherry notes, intensified by port-seasoned oak. A refined sweetness threads through a silky frame of spice and cocoa, with integrated tannins lifting the finish into a long, warming, luxurious harmony.

Finish

Silky, enduring finish that drapes the palate in velvet richness. Port-influenced oak lends dark fruit, fig and cherry, with a thread of spice that lingers into a warm, cocoa-dusted sweetness. A refined, velvety coating persists, closing with a gentle kiss of oak and polished tannins.

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Johnnie Walker is the world’s best-selling whisky brand. The brand’s foundations were established by Alexander Walker in the early years of the 20th century, including the distinctive bottle shape, angled label and iconic striding man logo. Johnnie Walker Blue Label is the pinnacle of the range that includes Red, Black, Double Black, Green and Gold label variants.
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