Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£37
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £36.99 | £47.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish is better value at £37 vs £47.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36.99 vs £47.3)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.3 vs £36.99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Sherry Finish
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137