Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami is an ultra-premium limited release created in collaboration with Michelin-starred chef Kei Kobayashi and Master Blender Emma Walker. Inspired by the mysterious fifth taste — umami — this rare expression explores depth, savoriness, and balance in whisky form.

Crafted using hand-selected casks from Johnnie Walker’s rare reserves, the blend is designed to capture savory richness alongside the signature Blue Label smoothness. The result is a layered and luxurious Scotch that combines subtle smoke, sweet fruit, and a unique savory depth rarely found in whisky.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Soft smoke, ripe orchard fruit, sandalwood, and gentle spice

• Palate: Honeyed sweetness, dark fruit, savory richness, cocoa, and light peat

• Finish: Long, velvety, and complex with lingering smoke and umami depth

Highlights

• Limited edition collaboration with Chef Kei Kobayashi

• Inspired by the elusive fifth taste: umami

• Crafted from rare, hand-selected casks

• Signature Blue Label smoothness with savory complexity

• Luxury collector’s release

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami offers a rare sensory experience that bridges fine gastronomy and luxury Scotch whisky — an exceptional bottle for collectors, connoisseurs, and those seeking a truly distinctive tasting experience.