How Much Does Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Cost in 2026?
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve — All Sizes & Prices
| Bottle Size | Price | Price/oz | Price/Shot | Shots |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750ml (Standard) 25.4 oz | $60.00 | $2.36 | $3.55 | 16.9 |
About Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve is a premium blended Scotch whisky from Diageo Americas, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and available in 750ml size for around $60.00. This no-age-statement blend, launched in 2012, masterfully combines Speyside and Highland malts like Clynelish with grain whiskies, accented by subtle West Coast smoke, delivering a luxurious, creamy profile of honey, vanilla, tropical fruits, and gentle spice. Its silky, velvety texture and harmonious sweetness set it apart, offering a step up from Black Label's robustness toward Blue Label's opulence, yet at a more accessible price. Ideal for celebrations, special nights with friends, or smooth sipping neat/on the rocks, it's perfect for whisky enthusiasts seeking refined indulgence without ultra-premium cost.
Tasting Notes
👃 Nose
The nose opens with inviting sweet honey and vanilla, complemented by toffee apples, subtle cinnamon, and a faint peat smoke. Woody notes and hints of dark fruit add depth, while fresh banana and delicate nectar evoke creamy smoothness. Gentle smokiness lingers softly, balancing richness with elegance.
👅 Palate
A soft, sweet arrival bursts with honey, vanilla, toffee, and butterscotch, delivered through a light, waxy, silky texture. Vibrant tropical fruits, creamy vanilla, and gentle apple or banana emerge, building to subtle spice and apple turnover flavors. Velvety smoothness coats the mouth with dark fruit and a whisper of smoke.
✨ Finish
Oak spices dominate with tingly stem ginger, cinnamon, and white pepper, transitioning from sweetness to elegant warmth. A long, lingering sensation of smoke, oak, and refined smoothness persists.
Popular Cocktails with Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve
Gold Highball — Pour 2 oz Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve over ice in a highball glass, top with chilled soda water, and garnish with a lemon twist.
Gold Sour — Shake 2 oz Gold Label with 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and egg white, then strain into a rocks glass over ice with a dash of bitters.
Honey Gold Old Fashioned — Stir 2 oz Gold Label with 0.25 oz honey syrup and two dashes Angostura bitters over a large ice cube, garnish with an orange peel.
Food Pairings
Smoked salmon, Roast chicken, Dark chocolate, Creme brulee, Blue cheese
