Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami — a boundary-pushing luxury blend that captures the savoury “fifth taste”.
Created by Master Blender Emma Walker with Michelin-starred chef Kei Kobayashi, this limited edition draws on exceptionally rare savoury casks — said to be one in 25,000 — to explore umami. Released globally in late 2023, it balances sweet and savoury for extraordinary depth.
A collector’s expression of the iconic Blue Label, built from casks chosen for their savoury, meaty and saline character from inland and coastal distilleries. The result is multi-layered and enigmatic — sweet and savoury in equal measure.
| Type | Blended Scotch Whisky |
| Range | Johnnie Walker Blue Label |
| Edition | Elusive Umami (2023 limited edition) |
| Alcohol | 43% ABV |
| Bottle | 70cl |
| Serve | Neat or on the rocks |
The savoury “fifth taste” — here explored through rare casks with meaty, salty, savoury character balanced against sweetness.
Neat or on the rocks to appreciate its savoury complexity; it pairs beautifully with caviar, Wagyu and aged cheeses.
Yes — a limited global edition of Blue Label, made from exceptionally rare casks.
