Johnnie Walker Blonde 750ml + Walkers whisky truffles

Launched by Johnnie Walker, this blended Scotch whisky is part of its contemporary core range. Crafted to be bright, smooth, and versatile, it is matured primarily in first-fill American oak barrels—this contributes vanilla and toffee sweetness balanced by fresh fruit notes. The whisky comes in a 750ml bottle with 40% ABV.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma (Nose): Gentle berries, creamy vanilla, toffee sweetness with hints of baking spice.
• Palate: A soft mouthfeel with vanilla, caramel, apple, and a touch of spice—smooth and lightly sweet.
• Finish: Clean and soft, lingering gentle spice and sweetness. Ideal for both sipping or mixing.

History & Little-Known Facts
The “Blonde” name refers not only to the whisky’s light golden hue but also to its character—an easy-going, bright Scotch that steps away from heavy peat or smoke. Designed with modern occasions in mind, it aims to be mixed as much as enjoyed neat or on the rocks.

Walkers Whisky Truffles (120 g)

Origin & Craftsmanship
Produced by Walkers, a heritage confectionery brand founded in 1898 in the UK, these whisky truffles combine premium milk chocolate shells with a luscious whisky-infused centre. At Oaks & Corks, we source them for their rich flavour, smooth texture, and elevated pairing potential. Oaks & Corks

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Glossy milk chocolate spheres, uniformly formed. Oaks & Corks
• Nose: Cocoa sweetness, creamy milk chocolate, subtle warmth of Scotch whisky. Oaks & Corks
• Palate: Silky milk chocolate melts first, then the whisky centre unfolds – notes of oak, caramel, perhaps spice faintly evident. Balanced sweetness vs whisky depth. Oaks & Corks
• Finish: Warming, mellow, with lingering chocolate sweetness cut by whisky’s character. Slight smoky or oaky echo. Oaks & Corks

Pairing & Serving Suggestions

Together, these two create an elevated tasting experience. Try the Johnnie Walker Blonde neat or with a light mixer (lemonade, ginger ale) to accentuate its fresh fruit and vanilla. In between sips, savour a Walkers whisky truffle so the chocolate frames and enhances the whisky’s warmth. Perfect for dessert tables, celebration evenings, or gift hampers.

Accolades

• Johnnie Walker Blonde has earned praise: Whisky Advocate scored it 86/100, noting complexity on the nose (vanilla, cookie-dough, baking spice, demerara sugar) while calling it “perfect for mixing.” Oaks & Corks
• It has been awarded a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge; Gold at San Francisco World Spirits (2020); Bronze (2021); and Silver at the World Whiskies Awards (2021). Oaks & Corks
• Walkers Whisky Truffles are celebrated by chocolate lovers and reviewers for their authentic character and harmonious balance of chocolate and whisky. Although specific formal awards are less documented, their quality and heritage as product of Walkers since 1898 lend strong credibility.