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Johnnie Walker Double Black

Name: Johnnie Walker Double Black
Brand: Diageo
Price: 3655.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Black Label turned up — deeper smoke, richer intensity, bottled for night skies

Diageo

Distillery

Scotland

Country

40.00%

ABV

7.5/10

Rating

★★★½★

7.5/10

Price in India · 750ml

Haryana

₹3,870

Goa

₹3,655

Delhi

₹4,300

Uttar Pradesh

₹4,170

Various Est. 2011 40.00% ABV

Tasting Notes

Colour & Appearance

Deep amber with copper highlights

Nose & Aroma

Thick peat smoke, charred oak, dark dried fruit and a whisper of maritime brine

Palate & Taste

Bolder and smokier than Black Label, with roasted nuts, dark chocolate, dried fruit and a resinous peat character that builds through the sip

Finish

Long, smoky and warming, with charred oak and a lingering dried fruit sweetness

History & Background

Double Black was launched in 2011 as a travel-retail exclusive aimed at drinkers who found standard Black Label too gentle. It uses whiskies matured in deeply charred casks and a higher proportion of smoky malts from regions like Islay and the west coast, giving it noticeably more intensity without an age statement holding back the blend. It has since become a full retail release in India and several other markets, positioned as the natural next step for Black Label drinkers who want more smoke.

Production & Maturation

Production Method

A blend of malt and grain whiskies selected for smoky character, matured in a combination of deeply charred and refill casks, with a heavier hand on west coast and Islay-style peated malts than the standard Black Label recipe.

Aging & Maturation

No age statement declared. Component whiskies are matured for varying periods with an emphasis on cask char level and smoke retention rather than a specific year minimum.

Distillery

Diageo

Founded

2011

Johnnie Walker Double Black Price Guide 2026

Prices are indicative and may vary by retailer, store, and current stock. Last verified: July 2026.

India Prices

Haryana ₹3,870

Goa ₹3,655

Delhi ₹4,300

Uttar Pradesh ₹4,170

Mumbai ₹4,300

Karnataka ₹5,160

Telangana ₹4,815

Kerala ₹6,105

Tamil Nadu ₹5,935

Cocktail Recipes with Johnnie Walker Double Black

Johnnie Walker Double Black Smoky Penicillin

Medium

Ingredients

· 50ml Johnnie Walker Double Black

· 20ml fresh lemon juice

· 15ml honey-ginger syrup

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. 2. Shake hard for 10-12 seconds. 3. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. 4. Garnish with a piece of crystallised ginger if available.

Garnish

Candied ginger

🥂 Serve in: Rocks glass

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnnie Walker Double Black stronger than Black Label?

Not in alcohol content — both are bottled at 40% ABV. Double Black is stronger in flavour intensity, particularly smoke and char. It uses a higher proportion of smoky, peated malts and deeply charred casks, giving it a bolder, more resinous character than the smoother, more balanced standard Black Label.

Johnnie Walker Double Black vs Black Label — which is better?

Black Label carries a 12-year age statement and offers a more rounded, classic balance of smoke, fruit and vanilla. Double Black has no age statement but leans harder into smoke and char, appealing to drinkers who want more intensity. At around Rs 4,300 in Delhi versus Rs 3,200 for Black Label, Double Black costs more despite lacking an age statement, reflecting its positioning as the bolder, more premium-feeling option.

What is the price of Johnnie Walker Double Black in India?

Johnnie Walker Double Black is priced around Rs 3,300 in Goa, Rs 4,300 in Delhi, Rs 4,600 in Karnataka and Rs 4,900 in Mumbai for a 750ml bottle. Duty free prices at Indian airports run around Rs 2,500, making it one of the better duty free buys in the range.

How should I drink Johnnie Walker Double Black?

Double Black works well neat or with a single large ice cube, which slightly softens the smoke without diluting it away completely. It also holds up better than most Scotch in cocktails calling for a smoky base, such as a Penicillin-style serve with honey, lemon and ginger.

Is Johnnie Walker Double Black worth the price over Red Label or Black Label?

If you specifically enjoy smoky whisky, yes. Double Black offers noticeably more char and peat intensity than either Red or Black Label, and at roughly Rs 1,100 more than Black Label in most states, it is a reasonable upgrade for smoke lovers. If you prefer a smoother, more balanced blend, Black Label remains the better value choice.

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About the Author

Shivam Sharma

I am the founder and editor of The Spirit Atlas. With a deep appreciation for fine spirits, I built this platform to be the most helpful and honest spirits guide for Indian readers — covering everything from Scotch and Indian single malts to rum, gin and tequila, along with prices across every major Indian state. My goal is simple: to make the world of spirits a little more approachable for everyone.

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