Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Ellen Scotch Whisky (750ml / 43.8%)

The second release in a series of limited edition bottles crafted from irreplaceable “ghost” whiskies, the anchor, Port Ellen is amongst the most sought-after Islay single malt. Port Ellen is a “ghost” distillery that shut its doors in 1983. Blended with 2 other ghost whiskies from Caledonian & Carsebridge which balance out Port Ellen’s peaty and saline intensity. In addition there are 5 incredibly rare malts from Mortlake, Dailuaine, Cragganmore, Blair Athol and Oban that round out the final product (each at least 20 years old)

For Johnnie Walker Master Blender, Dr. Jim Beveridge, the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare series is an exciting exploration of flavor. Jim says: “These whiskies deliver a fascinating glimpse into another world, exploring the unique, inimitable character of whiskies from a small number of iconic, closed distilleries that lend something very special to every drop of Johnnie Walker Blue Label.”

The result is a whisky with layers of creamy vanilla sweetness and rolling waves of waxy citrus, rich malt and tropical fruit notes - all perfectly balanced by the distinctive maritime smokiness of Port Ellen that lingers in, the long and warming finish.