A few days before taking off for Europe, I got an email about a Johnny Walker Scotch tasting. I figured it would be a fun way to hang out with Shannon some more before taking off for a few weeks.
The tasting was held at Fort Mason and after checking in, we were escorted into a large lounge area. As part of our admission, we were given tickets for a free Johnny Walker drink. The choices were an Old Fashioned, some cocktail I don't remember, or just Johnny Walker black on the rocks. As an ode to my father, I got the Old Fashioned (he got it once when we were out to dinner and I remember liking it) and Shannon got the cocktail. Man, I'm kicking myself for not remembering what it was.... this is why I need to get caught up.
After we got our drinks, we hung around the lounge and nibbled on the array of finger food they had.
Once we'd had our fill, and finished our drinks, it was time for the real show. We were led into another room with seats making a U around a small table covered in a variety of Johnny Walker varieties. At each seat, there was a place mat that a circle for each whiskey we would try - two for black, and one for red, gold and even blue. We were excited.
As everyone got their seats, the emcee came out and showed us a really well made Johnny Walker video. Then they brought out the red and black. We learned that black actually came out first and was designed to be sipped on the rocks. Red on the other hand, is a cheaper, younger blend that is better for cocktails. We got to try the black by itself, with ice, and with water. The red we got to try on its own, and then with some mixers. It was cool to have the opportunity to try the options.
Next they brought everyone a frosted, chilled glass filled with Johnny Walker gold. This was easily our favorite. It was lighter and sweeter than the other blends and Shannon was already picturing which cupcakes she would pair with it. It definitely would be a nice bottle to keep in the freezer for an after dinner drink when guests are over....
Finally, the moment we were all waiting for came - Johnny Walker blue. This is definitely the top shelf of their blends and you could taste it in the strong, deep, smokey flavor. I did still think though that the lighter gold was more fitting for my pallet. I'll have to pick up a bottle some day.
The tasting was held at Fort Mason and after checking in, we were escorted into a large lounge area. As part of our admission, we were given tickets for a free Johnny Walker drink. The choices were an Old Fashioned, some cocktail I don't remember, or just Johnny Walker black on the rocks. As an ode to my father, I got the Old Fashioned (he got it once when we were out to dinner and I remember liking it) and Shannon got the cocktail. Man, I'm kicking myself for not remembering what it was.... this is why I need to get caught up.
After we got our drinks, we hung around the lounge and nibbled on the array of finger food they had.Once we'd had our fill, and finished our drinks, it was time for the real show. We were led into another room with seats making a U around a small table covered in a variety of Johnny Walker varieties. At each seat, there was a place mat that a circle for each whiskey we would try - two for black, and one for red, gold and even blue. We were excited.
As everyone got their seats, the emcee came out and showed us a really well made Johnny Walker video. Then they brought out the red and black. We learned that black actually came out first and was designed to be sipped on the rocks. Red on the other hand, is a cheaper, younger blend that is better for cocktails. We got to try the black by itself, with ice, and with water. The red we got to try on its own, and then with some mixers. It was cool to have the opportunity to try the options.
Next they brought everyone a frosted, chilled glass filled with Johnny Walker gold. This was easily our favorite. It was lighter and sweeter than the other blends and Shannon was already picturing which cupcakes she would pair with it. It definitely would be a nice bottle to keep in the freezer for an after dinner drink when guests are over....
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