Early 1980s Distribution: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old, 4.5L (1 Gallon) Extra-Large Bottle #85

This is an extremely rare 4.5-liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Label, the world’s most iconic Scotch whisky. Its massive scale, far exceeding standard bottles, combined with its heritage as an original 1980s bottling, gives it an overwhelming presence for collectors. The bottle features the traditional Johnnie Walker square design, but its 4.5-liter magnum scale emphasizes a remarkable sense of weight and authority. The label is affixed at the signature 24-degree angle, with bold cursive script reading "Johnnie Walker Black Label" and "Old Scotch Whisky," highlighting the classic aesthetic of this era.

Bottled at 43% ABV, it carries a higher strength than the modern 40% version. The bottom of the label reads "Bottled in Scotland by John Walker & Sons Limited, Kilmarnock, Scotland," a proud testament to its production in the historic home of the brand, Kilmarnock—a site that is now a part of whisky history. This extra-large 4.5-liter size was primarily produced for bar displays, promotions, or duty-free shipboard sales rather than general retail, making its survival in such condition exceptionally rare. Based on the bottle and label design, this piece is estimated to have been produced between the late 1970s and early 1980s. As these were rarely sold through official retail channels in Japan at the time, a fixed price is hard to determine, but given it holds six times the volume of a standard bottle, it was treated as a highly expensive commercial asset or a premium luxury gift.

Unlike modern blends, Black Label from this era is renowned for the deeper maturity and richer smokiness of its constituent malts. The aroma is a sophisticated harmony of rich dried fruits, sherry sweetness, and the deep, robust peat smoke characteristic of Johnnie Walker. While the mouthfeel is mellow, the 43% ABV provides a powerful structure, delivering complex flavors of smoke, vanilla, and aged fruits that linger in a long, satisfying finish. This is a monumental bottle that encapsulates the history of the world's definitive Scotch. As this is a vintage bottle, there may be signs of natural evaporation (lowered fill level) or aging of the label. Please review the condition carefully and purchase only with an understanding of the nature of vintage spirits.

• Product Name: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old, 4.5L Gallon
• Bottle Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
• Key Malts: Cardhu, Talisker, Clynelish, Caol Ila, Glen Elgin
• Age: 12 Years Old
• Capacity: 4,500ml
• Alcohol Content: 43% ABV
• Distillation Period: Before the early 1970s
• Distribution Period: Early 1980s 
• Original Retail Price: Approx. 60,000 JPY 
• Note 1: While we select our inventory with the utmost care, this product was manufactured many decades ago and may not retain its original flavor profile. Therefore, we cannot accept returns or refunds after purchase, even if the quality does not meet expectations. We appreciate your understanding prior to purchase.
• Note 2: Even in unopened vintage whiskies, the volume may have gradually decreased over time due to natural evaporation. We use the shoulder line of the bottle as our standard and only list items we deem suitable for sale.

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