How Much Does John Barr Reserve Cost in 2026?
John Barr Reserve — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $15.00 | $0.59 | $0.89 | 16.9 |
| 1.75L (Handle) 59.2 oz | $22.50 | $0.38 | $0.57 | 39.4 |
About John Barr Reserve
John Barr Reserve is a blended Scotch whisky at 40% ABV (80 proof), produced by E & J Gallo Winery and available in 750ml ($15.00) and 1750ml sizes, offering exceptional value in the budget blended category. It unites robust Highland malt and grain whiskies for structure with mellow Speyside varieties for smoothness, crafted by a third-generation master blender using time-honored techniques. What makes it special is its rewarding profile—rich aromas of chocolate, baked apple, and bread; palate notes of apricot, gingerbread, and hazelnut; and a lingering maple finish—delivering complexity at an entry-level price. Ideal for beginners, casual drinkers, or value seekers wanting a step up from basic blends like Johnnie Walker Red without premium cost. It compares favorably to Teacher's or Dewar's White Label for everyday sipping or mixing, praised for balance and flavor punch (Whisky Advocate 91 points), though some note rough edges or grainy notes typical of affordable blends.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
Pleasant and alluring with honey, vanilla, barley, and hints of peppermint or ethanol heat. Richer profiles reveal chocolate, baked sweet apple, freshly baked bread, honeysuckle, candied orange, and faint smoke or leather. Some detect sherry-like date/raisin or scummy leather notes, unremarkable yet inoffensive.
👅 Palate
Light and nuanced with pronounced barley, fresh vanilla bean, orange, and subtle dill; evolves to ripe apricot, gingerbread, hazelnut, sugar cookie, maple syrup, and spearmint. Peppery spice, fruits, caramel, baked goods, or dates add lush interest, though occasional grainy glue or harshness appears. Smooth and mildly syrupy body suits sipping neat.
✨ Finish
Lingering with maple, dry vanilla, pepper, black pepper spice, menthol, and stone fruit; some sour barley or raw grain notes detract slightly. Long-lasting yet simple, warm and balanced for its price.
Popular Cocktails with John Barr Reserve
John Barr Highball — Mix 2 oz John Barr Reserve with soda water over ice, garnish with lemon wedge for a refreshing, crisp serve.
Rob Roy — Stir 2 oz John Barr Reserve, 1 oz sweet vermouth, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters over ice, strain into a glass with cherry.
Whiskey Sour — Shake 2 oz John Barr Reserve, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz simple syrup, and egg white, strain over ice with cherry.
Food Pairings
Smoked salmon, Roast beef sandwiches, Dark chocolate, Cheddar cheese, Gingerbread cookies
