Johnnie Walker Blue Label Vs Johnnie Walker Green Label!! Does $100 Dollars Make A Difference?

[@IC86]

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.

[@mjhearns23]

Always wondered what a side by side of these would be like. Thanks for the great video!

[@whiskycentral]

Thanks MH

[@nsholk]

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.

[@edmundwyss]

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.

[@audrarbrownful]

Green here is 65 and blue is 165

[@edmundwyss]

Wow, really cheap by comparison! I would even consider buying a bottle of Blue, wherever that is.

[@willemkilian9563]

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.

[@whiskycentral]

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.

[@MrMpire34]

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. 👍

[@whiskycentral]

Great idea💡 I'll give that a try

[@vivekkulkarni8679]

Thanks for this review! JW green label is finally in stock in my city Bombay. Your clear verdict made my life easy ☺️👍

[@fraserthistle4200]

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.

[@nickpromin4049]

I love JWG! Its one of my favorites! JWB is $224 in Utah. I like JWB but the price is ridiculous. Great review!

[@saschaoswald480]

I see your $224 in Utah and raise you $245 in Ontario, Canada! 😆 Can anyone beat that price?

[@whiskycentral]

Yeah, a bit too much for me. I'll stick with the $70 dollar JWG. Cheers Nick!!

[@butchpedit4871]

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.

[@whiskycentral]

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. :)

[@thatoneguy454c]

Nither of them are the best. Why spend $200 on a bottle of blended Scotch?

[@rudranildhar527]

Want a Comparison between Green vs 18 ultimate vs Blue.... Its a Request... ❤️🥃

[@djbeacon1942]

Shayla, good review and comparison. Haven't tried the Green. Not part of the 4 bottle sample pack. Like the blooper endings!!

[@whiskycentral]

Thanks DJ!

[@drgallup]

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.

[@DaveTestaSC]

Just found ya from Live Wire Whiskey! :)

[@JFWJ]

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!

[@whiskycentral]

Yeah, same here!

[@dalekelly7314]

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.

[@whiskycentral]

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!

[@DonnerPassWhisky]

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.

[@whiskycentral]

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.

[@hussainismail2080]

Blue label is $400 here in canada🤦 I really wanna try it properly some day

[@WhiskeyFancies]

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]

Because all the whisky in the blend of blue label is a minimum age of 28 years.

[@skepticalfox5885]

And some in the blend can be up to 60 years

[@WhiskyLoversSociety]

Nice comparison. Cheers

[@whiskycentral]

Thanks!

[@kimpoulsen6623]

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.3848]

"Uno se bebe y el otro se saborea, es un elissir"

[@rolandolaserie6935]

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?

[@whiskycentral]

I have a review of the craigellachie on the channel. Heavy or dense would be my words to describe

[@christinecamley]

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!!

[@IWillSayMyPeace]

Best JW is black label.

[@JoshJimenez_]

I'm not a big scotch fan but green label is fantastic.

[@PSNeko]

Green Label is good. Very scotchy scotch! :) never had the blue

[@whiskycentral]

You aren't missing much! Cheers Lukas

[@PSNeko]

@@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...

[@whiskycentral]

@@PSNeko Insane. GD every time!!

[@stacieh4023]

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

[@whiskycentral]

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

[@stacieh4023]

@@whiskycentral if people just want a good blended Scotch, I’d skip JW altogether for Compass Box

[@whiskycentral]

@@stacieh4023 for sure! $65 dollar compass box is better. Also Douglas laings, if you can find them in your area are great!

[@jettstark1743]

Great review! New subscriber here :) keep up your good work

[@whiskycentral]

Welcome Jeff!

[@BubblebathBourbon]

if you want some peat try some double black!

[@whiskycentral]

I tried the black, and I didn't really enjoy the flavor. I still need to try DB :)

[@heisenbergguy7772]

I love a girl who can swear!

[@ajoemar2009]

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

[@whiskycentral]

They are different. But still would say they aren't worth the hefty price tag. :)

[@ajoemar2009]

@@whiskycentral oh.. Thank you and stay safe🙏cheers

[@user-gs9be4bm7u]

Blue is definitely better than green

[@jaime_hi-meh_not_jay-mee7095]

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.

[@whiskycentral]

Ooo nice. For 35 that's a nice daily sipper

[@rudranildhar527]

Excellent Review....🥃👌👍

[@whiskycentral]

Thanks, Rudranil!

[@guardion2394]

15 years ago barrel from 2008

[@aframs-cctaf-rams-cct6424]

Jwg and jwb are not very good. I even rather drink rye or bourbon before touching my bottles

[@niwinski1974]

Green is way better!

[@devilzdandruff9199]

In what aspect? I prefer blue.

[@antonioalexlimadejesus3464]

Crazy...

[@LeatherDaddy97]

Johnny blue will never ever be worth the money. Green arguably isnt either but its better at least.

[@whiskycentral]

Yeah, I think there are much better bottles for $70 but compared to blue it's much better

[@handigeharrie4354]

JW in short: Red = not enjoyable to drink pure. Black = pretty good. Green = really good. Anything above that is overrated. Especially blue label.

[@mikecossette6420]

++++

[@steveno7058]

Green is better regardless of price