Jun 06 2026
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Johnny Walker Black 12 Yr Recipe

Inspired by Manoli's
Time5m
Serves1

Make Johnny Walker Black 12 Yr Recipe in just 5m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Whiskey

Method

Serve neat or on the rocks (simple preparations)

  1. 1

    Neat

    Bring the bottle to room temperature if stored cold. Pour 2 oz of Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 yr into a warmed tumbler or Glencairn glass. Swirl gently once to release aromas and serve. No ice or water added.

  2. 2

    On the rocks

    Place one large ice cube in a lowball glass. Pour 2 oz of Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 yr over the ice. Allow to rest 20–30 seconds to slightly chill and open. Serve with the glass held by the base to avoid warming.

Optional - With a splash of water and orange twist

  1. 3

    If you prefer to open the whisky’s flavors, add 0.25 oz (a small splash) of filtered water to 2 oz of Johnnie Walker Black Label in a Glencairn or lowball glass. Swirl gently and taste. Express an orange twist over the glass (hold twist with the exterior facing down, give a quick bend to release oils), wipe the rim with the twist, and drop it into the glass as garnish.

Tasting notes & serving tips

  1. 4

    Smell before sipping: note smoky, dried-fruit and toffee notes. Take small sips—let the whisky coat the tongue, breathe gently through the nose to capture the layered flavors. Add additional splash of water if high alcohol intensity masks flavors. Serve one 2 oz pour per person.

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