Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition vs McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition
Johnnie Walker
£30
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
McConnell's
★ 4.33
£42
| Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition | McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | McConnell's |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £29.89 | £41.5 |
| Rating | — | 4.33/5 |
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (4.33 vs 0.00).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition is better value at £30 vs £42.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.89 vs £41.5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.5 vs £29.89)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition 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 McConnell's?
McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old with Gift Tin 200th Anniversary Edition
Only McConnell's 5 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish