Thank you VERY much for this comparison! People need to know that (IMHO) they’re paying $100+ more for the Blue that may not be as good as the Green! A couple of things: my Green Label bottles say it’s 43% abv (86 proof). They may have to sell it at 80 proof in Scotland and other places. And here in the Atlanta area, Green Label is $49.99 before tax in several stores, while I’ve seen Blue Label at only one store (Total Wine), and it’s over $200 there. The sample bottles were $20, and I figured I could put that money to better use to get 750ml of something else, so I haven’t tried the Blue yet. Having said that, the Green Label is reasonably priced, but it sells out FAST. Three stores in my area got some, two sold out in two days. The third store went from 12 bottles to three in three days, so I picked up a second bottle in case I don’t see any more for a while. I don’t get any peat note on the GL, but I agree with your other notes, and it’s really smooth, as a 15 yr. should be. I recommend Green Label as an ‘entry’ Scotch for newcomers to Scotch or those who say they don’t like peat. Apologies for the “mansplaining”, and thanks again for the much needed comparison review.
@mjhearns233 жыл бұрын
Always wondered what a side by side of these would be like. Thanks for the great video!
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Thanks MH
@nsholk3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting this review together. The Green Label works well when I yearn for a sort of “all in one dram”. I dare say I liken it to a Leatherman of scotch; it has a bit of everything in it and it offers up tidbits of bourbon with puffs of peat. Great review concept! Keep up the great work. PS definitely agree a Blue Label is best beta tested at a bar. I took the plunge on a $20 mini. Been there. Done that.
@edmundwyss2 жыл бұрын
Great video. The prices quoted are far from what I've seen though; the Green is around $45 and the Blue is $230. So the disparity in cost is considerably larger from my experience.
@audrarbrownful2 жыл бұрын
Green here is 65 and blue is 165
@edmundwyss2 жыл бұрын
Wow, really cheap by comparison! I would even consider buying a bottle of Blue, wherever that is.
@willemkilian95633 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I like this comparison! Wouldn't mind trying Blue Label one day, but the price is just too whacky (just look at what else you can get for $150+!). The Green Label is pretty good; however, there are plenty of 10-12-year-old single malts that I would much rather buy, to be honest.
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
For sure. If I had to buy something in the JW range, it would be the Green label, but if I had $70, I would buy a Clynelish or something like that instead.
@MrMpire343 жыл бұрын
Great review Shayla. JW green is one of my favorite blends. Maybe add a drop or two of talisker or caol ila to make it pop. 👍
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Great idea💡 I'll give that a try
@vivekkulkarni86792 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review! JW green label is finally in stock in my city Bombay. Your clear verdict made my life easy ☺️👍
@fraserthistle42003 жыл бұрын
Noted the two sniper coins ! I was gifted a bottle of Blue and will try the same comparison when I get round to opening it.
@nickpromin40493 жыл бұрын
I love JWG! Its one of my favorites! JWB is $224 in Utah. I like JWB but the price is ridiculous. Great review!
@saschaoswald4803 жыл бұрын
I see your $224 in Utah and raise you $245 in Ontario, Canada! 😆 Can anyone beat that price?
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, a bit too much for me. I'll stick with the $70 dollar JWG. Cheers Nick!!
@butchpedit48712 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed your review. I need to give JWG a chance. I have tried JWB several times. Your review was in consensus with many other reviews. That the Blue is overpriced for what it delivers compared to othe good whiskies available at a lesser price. I found something in Blue though I have yet to get from another whiskey. The initial mouthful was not impressive and had some indistinct flavors. But I was very surprised by the second and third swallows. Some very unique and rare traits came out. I would describe it as umami. I was wondering if any of your viewers or you would have some suggestions of other whiskeys that might have that character.
@whiskycentral2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I know what you mean on the JWB. I think there is a nice balance of peat. You might like a Mortlach, Ledaig 10, Port Charlotte 10, Talisker 10, Ardbeg Corry, or uigeadail. Also, you might enjoy Nikka from the barrel, it's not like the others I mention, but it has a little something to it. Haha. You can always email me or comment if you have more questions. I hope this helps. :)
@thatoneguy454cКүн бұрын
Nither of them are the best. Why spend $200 on a bottle of blended Scotch?
@rudranildhar5273 жыл бұрын
Want a Comparison between Green vs 18 ultimate vs Blue.... Its a Request... ❤️🥃
@djbeacon19423 жыл бұрын
Shayla, good review and comparison. Haven't tried the Green. Not part of the 4 bottle sample pack. Like the blooper endings!!
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Thanks DJ!
@drgallup3 жыл бұрын
Can't get excited enough about 80 proof NAS colored and chill filtered blended Scotch to even buy a pour. Not my thing at all. Might try it at a fraction of the price.
@DaveTestaSC7 ай бұрын
Just found ya from Live Wire Whiskey! :)
@JFWJ3 жыл бұрын
I found the green to be much more smokier and peatier than the blue which didn’t smell or taste smoky or peaty at all to me. My money goes to the green any day; much more complexity. Great comparison!
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, same here!
@dalekelly73143 жыл бұрын
The Green is between $50-60 in NJ and for a 15 year old i think its a pretty good whiskey and a good buy. Sure their are other whiskies in that price range i gravitate to (pick any core range Islay) but its a well made blend although tougher to find it seems these days.
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I don't think it should be priced that high, but It's a decent blend. If there you have access to other blnded malts like compass box or douglas laing those would be better options. Cheers Dale!
@DonnerPassWhisky3 жыл бұрын
Haven't had the Green for a while but think I remember the label is a bit ambiguous with the wording so the named distillerys are not the only ones they use. Makes sense that they leave room to blend a consistent product from the many distillerys they have to draw from. Never tried the blue as never see minis.
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Good to know, Tim! Thanks! Yeah it's not worth a bottle for sure. But a little one to try or maybe at a bar, is nice.
@hussainismail20802 жыл бұрын
Blue label is $400 here in canada🤦 I really wanna try it properly some day
@WhiskeyFancies2 жыл бұрын
Interesting comparison. I normally pass on Johnny Walker as I have yet to be impressed and there is so much whiskey out there. Why the heck is the blue label so expensive? Cheers!
@skepticalfox5885 Жыл бұрын
Because all the whisky in the blend of blue label is a minimum age of 28 years.
@skepticalfox5885 Жыл бұрын
And some in the blend can be up to 60 years
@WhiskyLoversSociety3 жыл бұрын
Nice comparison. Cheers
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@kimpoulsen6623 Жыл бұрын
Disagree with the crowd. This is my ranking of the standard range: Blue > Old Gold (18) > New (Platinum) 18 > Green > Gold Reserve > Double Black > Black > Red.
@leonardocereceror.38482 ай бұрын
"Uno se bebe y el otro se saborea, es un elissir"
@rolandolaserie69352 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tthe video. The bottle of Green Label is still in the box. Right now i'm finishing the Naked Grouse. What do you think about the Craigellachie 13 in one word?
@whiskycentral2 жыл бұрын
I have a review of the craigellachie on the channel. Heavy or dense would be my words to describe
@christinecamley7 ай бұрын
I’d take the Green any day and IMO it’s the JW with the best value. The Blue Label is highly overrated and overpriced! Terrific video!!
@IWillSayMyPeace6 ай бұрын
Best JW is black label.
@JoshJimenez_2 жыл бұрын
I'm not a big scotch fan but green label is fantastic.
@PSNeko3 жыл бұрын
Green Label is good. Very scotchy scotch! :) never had the blue
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
You aren't missing much! Cheers Lukas
@PSNeko3 жыл бұрын
@@whiskycentral I´d like to try the blue, but i guess i wouldn´t buy a bottle. My Glendronach 21 was cheaper than the blue label...
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
@@PSNeko Insane. GD every time!!
@stacieh40233 жыл бұрын
I’m curious about the JW Green. I wasn’t impressed with the Blue. I found it a bit boring. Not a lot going on, I think there are much better options for the price
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Totally! I would get a Deanston 12, clynelish 14, or something in your desired profile before buying this. Especially if you can get something at a higher proof. JWG is better than Blue imo
@stacieh40233 жыл бұрын
@@whiskycentral if people just want a good blended Scotch, I’d skip JW altogether for Compass Box
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
@@stacieh4023 for sure! $65 dollar compass box is better. Also Douglas laings, if you can find them in your area are great!
@jettstark17432 жыл бұрын
Great review! New subscriber here :) keep up your good work
@whiskycentral2 жыл бұрын
Welcome Jeff!
@BubblebathBourbon3 жыл бұрын
if you want some peat try some double black!
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
I tried the black, and I didn't really enjoy the flavor. I still need to try DB :)
@heisenbergguy77729 ай бұрын
I love a girl who can swear!
@ajoemar20092 жыл бұрын
does all blue label has same taste regardless of different editions they had like ghost , year of the ox ..etc etc? or its just the packaging makes them expensive? thanks for the advice
@whiskycentral2 жыл бұрын
They are different. But still would say they aren't worth the hefty price tag. :)
@ajoemar20092 жыл бұрын
@@whiskycentral oh.. Thank you and stay safe🙏cheers
@user-gs9be4bm7u4 ай бұрын
Blue is definitely better than green
@jaime_hi-meh_not_jay-mee70953 жыл бұрын
The Philippines may not have a great bourbon selection or prices, but if you’re a JW fan this is heaven - $130 for Blue and $35 for Green. But still, I agree, Green for the win.
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Ooo nice. For 35 that's a nice daily sipper
@rudranildhar5273 жыл бұрын
Excellent Review....🥃👌👍
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Rudranil!
@guardion239411 ай бұрын
15 years ago barrel from 2008
@aframs-cctaf-rams-cct64243 жыл бұрын
Jwg and jwb are not very good. I even rather drink rye or bourbon before touching my bottles
@niwinski19743 жыл бұрын
Green is way better!
@devilzdandruff91998 ай бұрын
In what aspect? I prefer blue.
@antonioalexlimadejesus34642 жыл бұрын
Crazy...
@LeatherDaddy973 жыл бұрын
Johnny blue will never ever be worth the money. Green arguably isnt either but its better at least.
@whiskycentral3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I think there are much better bottles for $70 but compared to blue it's much better
@handigeharrie43542 жыл бұрын
JW in short: Red = not enjoyable to drink pure. Black = pretty good. Green = really good. Anything above that is overrated. Especially blue label.