Johnnie Walker Blade Runner 'Directors Cut' Limited Edition Whisky, 70 cl

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Johnnie Walker describe the new blend as having “our trademark smokiness and a contemporary twist… with sweet fruity vanilla flavours and is bottled at 49% ABV for added intensity” and as a nod to the date the film is set, no doubt. Scotland's best selling whisky, with sales of 9-litre cases topping 18m last year, has a long and illustrious history.

Last year’s Bond parody sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle spawned not one, but two whisky spin-offs. To match the refined sophistication of the Kingsman agents, GlenDronach distillery partnered with film studio 20th Century Fox to bottle a 1991 Sherry cask-matured GlenDronach. Kingsman director Matthew Vaughn chose the vintageas it reflects the birth year of the film’s protagonist, Eggsy. So now dear Blade Runner fans, not only can you buy the exact same beautiful heavy weight glasses, but the exact whisky too.

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Beveridge said: ‘I learned that film-making is much like blending – you have to constantly be committed to creating the best possible outcome. Having learned of the art of blending tea, John transferred the technique to whisky in an attempt to make a more consistent product from the single malts, which could often fluctuate in quality. Whatever the century, whatever the universe, Johnnie Walker's commitment to the spirit of human progress endures. As we toast to the future, the makers of Johnnie Walker remind you to enjoy your whisky responsibly. A bit stronger than the pedestrian JWB, and you can taste a little more citrus in this one. 49% brings the alcohol level above JWB, as previously mentioned, but the bite is forgivable; you'd expect a bump from 80% to 89% from interesting to torturous. Not so. Diet Coke or sour mix to alleviate the smooth burn is a bad idea. Sipping this, with some almonds and a Cubano means the day ended right.

The name of the special edition is a reference to the 1992 re-release of the original film, which featured a significant recut by director Ridley Scott.Far away Coal Ila peat is perhaps the most noticeable scent in my glass, followed by marshmallow nougat, honey, and crisp red apple. Golden raisins and figs aren’t far behind, along with a very subtle green tea note. I watch Blade Runner 2 or 3 times a year, it’s one of my favorite movies. The mood and ambiance are unique and I always wanted to “be there” in a certain way. More than the story itself, I’m in love with the atmosphere and as a mortal I will not be able to live in that kind of future. From my point of view, that’s where virtual reality has a huge potential. Now, 3D artists have wonderful tools to recreate a world. I use these tools to recreate worlds that I like”. The 2049 bottle wasdesigned by creative agency Love (who claim they had been suggesting the brand take advantage of their attachment to Blade Runner for years before the sequel came along) and features in a key scene in the film.