Product Description

Black Bottle is a blended Scotch whisky bottled at 40% ABV. Its secret blend features Islay, Highland, and Speyside malts, double-matured in virgin oak casks to achieve a spicier, wood-forward finish.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fresh and floral; new-mown hay, sweet oak, waft of peat smoke

• Palate: Silky, medium-bodied; honey, pear, sweet spice (nutmeg/pepper), gentle smoky undertone

• Finish: Long, warming; lingering salty-sweet smoke and toasted oak

• Balance & Complexity: Bold yet balanced; smoky, sweet, and slightly herbal with layered spice

Available Sizes

• 700ml

ABV

• 40%

Style / Type

• Blended Scotch Whisky

Company / Producer

• Graham Brothers

Distillery Location

• Scotland

Awards

• N/A

Expression / Variant

• Black Bottle

Aged Period / Cask Type / Release Year

• Double-matured in virgin oak casks

Black Bottle Blended Scotch Whisky Price in Kolkata

Serving Ideas & Recipes

• The “Black & Ginger” Highball: 60ml whisky + 120ml ginger beer + squeeze of lime. Pour over ice, stir once.

• The “Smoky” Whisky Sour: 60ml whisky + 25ml lemon juice + 15ml honey syrup + egg white. Dry shake, then shake with ice, strain.

• The “Aberdeen” Old Fashioned: 60ml whisky + 10ml brown sugar syrup + 2 dashes orange bitters. Stir with large ice block, garnish with burnt orange peel.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is it very smoky?
Yes, it is peated but balanced—more smoke than Black & White or Chivas, less than a full Islay single malt.

Why the black bottle?
Originally imported from Germany, the iconic black glass was restored in 2013 to honor the original “potion” design.

How is it different from Johnnie Walker Black?
Fresher and more herbal, while JW Black is deeper, fruitier, and more sherried.

How should I drink it?
Its robust, smoky-sweet profile is ideal for cocktails like Sours or Penicillin; the smoke remains prominent.

Is it a “budget” whisky?
No. It is priced as a premium blend, offering complexity above standard entry-level Scotches.

Disclaimer:
Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Kolkata prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.