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LONDON, Oct. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

- Fourth release in acclaimed Ghost and Rare series explores very rare and

"ghost" whiskies including rarely seen Scotch from Pittyvaich

"It may only have thrived for a short period, but the whisky laid down by this

distillery is something unmistakable," Jim Beveridge, Johnnie Walker Master

Blender, said as Johnnie Walker announced the release of Johnnie Walker Blue

Label Ghost and Rare Pittyvaich.

This, the fourth release in the limited edition Ghost and Rare series, explores

the distinct character of exceptional and very rare whiskies from one of

Scotland's most short-lived distilleries, the Speyside "ghost" distillery of

Pittyvaich.

Like the elusive will-o'-the-wisp of Scottish folklore - an enigmatic

brightness that appears at dusk just long enough for travellers to find their

way home - Pittyvaich had a short life but left a distinct and growing legacy.

The distillery, which opened in 1974 closed in 1993 after only 18 years of

life, is now considered as a hidden gem whispered about the world over for its

unique Speyside style.

The Johnnie Walker Ghost and Rare series of special editions is crafted using

irreplaceable "ghost" whiskies and other incredibly rare expressions from the

unparalleled Johnnie Walker reserves used to create the award-winning* Johnnie

Walker Blue Label.

Johnnie Walker Master Blender Jim Beveridge and his team hand-selected two

other "ghost" whiskies from the distilleries of Port Dundas and Carsebridge. He

combined these with exceptionally rare Scotch from a quartet of Speyside

distilleries including Mannochmore, Auchroisk, Cragganmore and Strathmill as

well as the Highland whisky of Royal Lochnagar – crafting something exceptional.

Jim Beveridge explained why this was such a special whisky to work on for him

and his small team of expert whisky makers: "We have waited patiently for that

perfect moment when we turn our thoughts to this fleetingly rare gem of the

whisky world. Its distinct autumnal character has always intrigued us and fired

our imagination to create something really special that would pay tribute to

the whisky makers of this Speyside distillery."

When tasted, sweet, fruit notes of fresh apple gather with the autumnal

flavours of Pittyvaich, beautifully balanced with the delicate subtle sweetness

of honeycomb and soft wood from the "ghost" whiskies of Port Dundas and

Carsebridge. Other very rare whiskies bring aromas of dark fruit and berries

before revealing gentle butterscotch, stewing orchard fruits and a dash of

cinnamon.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Pittyvaich follows the release of

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Glenury Royal (2019), Johnnie Walker

Blue Label Ghost and Rare Port Ellen (2018) and Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost

and Rare Brora (2017). Each edition in the series offers a fleeting opportunity

to savour the depth of character of whiskies from distilleries whose spirit

lives on in their dwindling stocks.

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Pittyvaich is bottled at an ABV of

43.8% and is available from November 1st at a RRP of 275 GBP for a 70cl bottle.

Each bottle in this special release is individually numbered.

* Master at the Scotch Whisky Masters 2020 and Gold at World Whiskies Awards

2020.

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Source: Johnnie Walker