The John Walker King George V
- Distillery
- Johnnie Walker
- Region
- Other Scotch
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended
- ABV
- 43%
- Price
- £450
- Community rating
- 4.73 / 5 (15 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Tobacco
- Description
- The John Walker King George V at 43% ABV is a blend from Johnnie Walker with 'Old Wood' and 'Tobacco' notes. £450 is a hefty tag, but some might find its history in a glass compelling.
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ABV
43%
Age
NAS
Style
Blended
Price
£450
✦ Neatly Summary
The John Walker King George V is a blended from Johnnie Walker (Other Scotch, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Rated 4.7/5 by the community. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit, tobacco. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The John Walker King George V at 43% ABV is a blend from Johnnie Walker with 'Old Wood' and 'Tobacco' notes. £450 is a hefty tag, but some might find its history in a glass compelling.
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