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When pairing high end Chinese cuisine, one doesn't immediately think of whisky but perhaps it's time to rethink. At Hong Kong's Michelin starred Ah Yat Harbour View Restaurant, a whisky flight has been created and thoughtfully paired with three decadent bites. The journey takes guests through three unique and distinctive whiskies; from the rare Johnnie Walker Blue Label, rich and flavourful Mortlach and the peated, smoky Talisker.

The Journey

To begin, the unrivalled Johnnie Walker Blue Label sets the tone with its exquisite blend of Scotland’s rarest whiskies. Of all the casks of whisky produced, only 1 out of every 10,000 hold the precise quality, character and flavour that goes towards Johnnie Walker's signature Blue Label taste. An exceptional pairing puts it together with the first bite; a richly flavoured and marinated slice of foie gras with Chinese herbs and chilled lobster. It's an indulgent dish that conveys the flavours of both East and West and was also iconically served at the Rougie Party in Singapore's Capella Hotel.

Thereafter, the journey takes us to a resilient 12 year old Mortlach Single Malt Whisky. Mortlach uses a unique 2.81 times distillation technique which has remained unchanged since it was invented in 1896 by the distiller's son Dr Alexander Cowie. Known for its rich body and meaty flavour, the Mortlach 12 year old is aptly paired with smoked Spanish Iberian pork belly, which is smoked with Chinese tea leaves before it is pan-fried for crispiness. The whisky's aroma is amplified by the meat, while its complex flavours continue to develop and linger on the palate.

The journey finishes with the oldest Single Malt Scotch Whisky made on the seashores of the Isle of Skye, Talisker. Loved for its maritime character, you can almost smell the sea breeze in this whisky. The Talisker 10 Year Old's salty profile is the perfect partner for fresh French oysters and brings out the brininess of the seafood. A combination that is sure to please both seafood lovers and whisky enthusiasts.

Available now until 31 March 2020 (subject to availability) for HK$298 + 10%

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Johnnie Walker's latest release from their Blue Label Ghost and Rare series, which first launched in 2017 with Brora and continued with Port Ellen in 2018, marks the third special bottling created by Master Blender Jim Beveridge. In celebration of their 200th anniversary next year in 2020, Johnnie Walker is honouring it with something rare and remarkable -- the Glenury Royal blended Scotch whisky. Crafted with treasured and one-of-a-kind whiskies, the blend comes from a handful of "ghost" distilleries that have long-closed. By exploring these irreplaceable whiskies, Johnnie Walker is able to reveal some incredible new layers of whisky and unique flavours like never before. What's more, only one in every 10,000 casks of whisky produced are considered suitable to be used in their rare blend of unparalleled Scotch whisky.

[caption id="attachment_176882" align="alignnone" width="1613"] The limited edition Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ghost and Rare Glenury Royal whisky; HK$2,988 for an 750ml bottle.[/caption]

At the heart of this new release is the iconic Highland distillery Glenury Royal which shut its doors in 1985. Before it closed, the storied Scottish malt whisky distillery was a flourishing business and one of only three Scottish distilleries to receive a Royal title. It was founded in 1825 by Captain Robert Barclay, a member of British Parliament and a well-known Scottish walker. In fact, he was most remembered for winning a bet in 1809 for walking 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours. He did this to win 1,000 guineas which is about HK$10,575 in modern money. Today, Barclay's rare whisky has continued to mature and it is at this time that Beveridge and the Johnnie Walker team are making use of its unique indulgent character.
Two more exceptionally rare whiskies from ghost distilleries, Cambus and Pittyvaich in Scotland, have also been selected for the blend. In terms of taste profile, they brings about a balance -- combining creamy tones of chewy toffee and butterscotch with the fruity and bright accents of apple and apricot that come through from Glenury Royal. Moreover, another five rare whiskies add further layers of flavour. This comes from Glen Elgin, Inchgower, Glenlossie, Cameronbridge and Glenkinchie, which bring aromas of warm vanilla, floral honey and sweet dried fruit. This weaves through an earthiness of dark chocolate with a slight nuttiness and smoky character, making it one of Johnnie Walker's most indulgent limited edition Blue Label Ghost and Rare whiskies yet.

The ultimate way to enjoy the Johnnie Walker Blue Label, and of course the Blue Label Ghost & Rare Series, is to serve it straight with a glass of chilled water on the side. By sipping the water first, you cleanse the palate before taking on the whisky's complex layers of flavour. In addition, it will allow some water to mix with the whisky and as a result, reveal the strength of Blue Label in a smooth and rich manner.

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The prized Johnnie Walker Blue Label gets a twist with an expression built around whisky from lost distillery Port Ellen.

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The prized Johnnie Walker Blue Label gets a twist with an expression built around whisky from lost distillery Port Ellen.

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