Johnnie Walker Premier vs Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Premier
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£199
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£150
| Johnnie Walker Premier | Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Other Scotch | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Premier
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition
Johnnie Walker Premier
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Premier
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Johnnie Walker Premier
Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old - Millennium Edition