{"title":"BLENDED SCOTCH","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.mw-master-container{\n  --mw-accent: #F0CD79;   \/* metallic foil — from a flagship blend image *\/\n  --mw-glow:   #C8593A;     \/* power color — amber\/honey *\/\n  --mw-bg:     #271C18;       \/* deep lowlight — near-black *\/\n  --mw-text:#e0e0e0; --mw-muted:#b8b8b8; --mw-hair:#222;\n  font-family: inherit; background:var(--mw-bg); color:var(--mw-text);\n  line-height:1.7; padding:24px; margin-bottom:60px;\n}\n.mw-master-container .mw-h3{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-transform:uppercase;\n  font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:2px; margin-top:40px; display:block;\n  border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-glow); padding-bottom:8px; margin-bottom:20px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent{ color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; text-decoration:none; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-accent:hover{ color:#fff; text-decoration:underline; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-info-box{ background:linear-gradient(90deg, var(--mw-bg) 0%, var(--mw-glow) 100%);\n  padding:25px; margin:25px 0; border-radius:0 4px 4px 0; border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-left:4px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container .mw-grid{ display:grid; grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr; gap:30px; margin:30px 0; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-card{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding:25px;\n  border:1px solid var(--mw-glow); border-radius:4px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table{ width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; margin-top:15px; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td{ padding:14px 0; border-bottom:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  color:#ccc; font-size:0.95rem; }\n.mw-master-container .mw-table td:first-child{ font-weight:bold; width:32%; color:var(--mw-accent);\n  text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.75rem; letter-spacing:1px; }\n.mw-master-container details{ background:rgba(255,255,255,0.03); border:1px solid var(--mw-hair);\n  border-radius:4px; margin-bottom:15px; }\n.mw-master-container summary{ padding:18px; color:var(--mw-accent); font-weight:bold; cursor:pointer;\n  outline:none; list-style:none; display:flex; justify-content:space-between; align-items:center;\n  text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px; font-size:0.85rem; }\n.mw-master-container summary::after{ content:'+'; font-size:1.2rem; }\n.mw-master-container details[open]{ border:1px solid var(--mw-accent); }\n.mw-master-container details[open] summary::after{ content:'-'; }\n.mw-master-container .details-content{ padding:0 20px 20px 20px; font-size:0.95rem; }\n@media (max-width:768px){ .mw-master-container .mw-grid{ grid-template-columns:1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBlended Scotch whisky combines single malt and single grain whiskies from different distilleries into one consistent spirit, shaped by a master blender. It's the most widely sold style of Scotch — roughly nine of every ten bottles — and the form that carried Scotch around the world, from Johnnie Walker to Chivas Regal. This page explains what blended Scotch is, how it came to be, and gathers the blends in the vault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eWhat Blended Scotch Is\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0; padding-left:20px; font-size:0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eA blend of \u003cstrong\u003esingle malt whiskies and single grain whiskies\u003c\/strong\u003e, from more than one distillery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esingle grain\u003c\/strong\u003e (other cereals, column stills) is the lighter base; the \u003cstrong\u003emalts\u003c\/strong\u003e build the character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eCombined by a \u003cstrong\u003emaster blender\u003c\/strong\u003e for consistency from bottle to bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eLike all Scotch: distilled in Scotland, matured \u003cstrong\u003eat least 3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e in oak casks (≤700 litres) in Scotland, bottled at \u003cstrong\u003eno less than 40% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emost common Scotch\u003c\/strong\u003e — about 90% of all bottles sold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eage statement\u003c\/strong\u003e, when shown, is the age of the youngest whisky in the blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eWhere Blends Came From\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px; font-size:0.9rem;\" class=\"speakable\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIn 1831 Aeneas Coffey patented the column still, which made a lighter grain whisky possible from cereals other than malted barley. The Spirits Act of 1860 then legalised blending malt and grain together, and in the 1860s the Edinburgh merchant Andrew Usher pioneered the first commercial blends — lighter and more consistent than the malts of the day. Grocer-merchants built the houses that followed: John Walker in Kilmarnock, the Chivas brothers in Aberdeen, George Ballantine in Edinburgh, Arthur Bell in Perth, William Teacher in Glasgow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size:0.75rem; text-transform:uppercase; letter-spacing:1px;\"\u003eThe Blender's Craft\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:0.90rem; margin-top:20px;\"\u003eThe hallmark of a good blend is consistency: a master blender marries grain and malt whiskies of different ages and origins so that each batch of a brand tastes like the last, despite the natural variation in the components. The grain whisky is a deliberate foundation — not a filler — and the malts layer in depth and regional character on top. A blend's complexity comes from how those many parts work together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eTypes of Blend\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\" style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Scotch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle malt(s) + single grain(s) from different distilleries. The most common Scotch (~90%).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Malt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo or more single malts, no grain (formerly \"vatted\" or \"pure malt\"). Uncommon, typically more robust.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo or more single grains, no malt. Very light; rare.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Malt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne distillery, malted barley only — for contrast.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne distillery, made with other cereals — for contrast.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:18px; font-size:0.9rem; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFor the other side of Scotch, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003esingle malt Scotch\u003c\/a\u003e. For whisky beyond Scotland, there's \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-whisky\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ewhisky from Japan\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bourbon\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eKentucky bourbon\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rye\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eAmerican rye\u003c\/a\u003e. Individual blend houses are linked here as they're added to the vault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMost blends are made for drinking rather than collecting, but there's a serious top end: prestige bottlings, long-aged and discontinued blends, and vintage bottles from the mid-20th century all draw collectors. Age statement, discontinued status, fill level and condition are what move the needle on a blend's value — and many of the names that built Scotch's global reputation are blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow a Blend Is Built\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eTwo streams come together. Grain whisky is distilled in continuous column stills from malted barley plus other cereals such as wheat or maize, giving a lighter, cleaner spirit; single malts are distilled in copper pot stills from malted barley alone, giving weight and character. Both are matured at least three years in oak in Scotland. A master blender then marries chosen malts and grains — sometimes returning the blend to cask to \"marry\" further — until the result matches the house style, then it's bottled at no less than 40% ABV. The skill is repeating that result, batch after batch, year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Vault Preservation\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eEvery Scotch sold through Midnight Whiskey is sourced as an authorized, authentic retailer, vault-stored and insured, shipped with protective handling and age-verified 21-and-over signature on delivery, and authenticated by our concierge before it ships. For the details, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/about-the-vault\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ethe way each bottle is authenticated\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-vault-concierge\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003evault storage and the concierge desk\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\" class=\"mw-accent\"\u003ehow sourcing and shipping work\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"details-content\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is blended Scotch whisky?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlended Scotch whisky is a marriage of two types of Scotch: single malt whiskies (from malted barley) and single grain whiskies (made with other cereals in column stills), drawn from different distilleries and combined by a master blender. Like all Scotch, it's matured at least three years in oak in Scotland and bottled at no less than 40% ABV. It's by far the most common Scotch — about nine of every ten bottles sold worldwide — built for consistency from bottle to bottle and an approachable, versatile character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-top:14px; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is a blend different from a single malt — and is it lower quality?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA single malt comes from one distillery and is made only from malted barley; a blend combines malts and lighter grain whiskies from several distilleries. The difference is in construction, not in quality — blending is a craft, and the grain whisky is a deliberate base the blender builds flavour on, not a filler. The grain component keeps a blend consistent and approachable, where single malts vary more from bottle to bottle. Many of the most famous names in Scotch are blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@graph\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"CollectionPage\",\n      \"@id\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/blended-scotch#collectionpage\",\n      \"name\": \"Blended Scotch Whisky\",\n      \"description\": \"Blended Scotch whisky — a marriage of single malt and single grain whiskies from different distilleries, combined by a master blender, matured at least three years in oak in Scotland and bottled at no less than 40% ABV. 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INTRO \u0026 THE AGED-RESERVE LEGACY --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eJohnnie Walker Platinum Label 18 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e—formerly known as \"Platinum 18\"—is the chiseled aged-reserve expression of the Johnnie Walker portfolio. Positioned strategically between Gold Label Reserve and the flagship Blue Label, it was created to bridge the age-statement gap with a definitive 18-year minimum across every component whisky. It represents a structural study in decadal integration, offering a premium age-stated anchor within the brand’s storied lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 18-YEAR ARCHITECTURE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003ePlatinum 18 is defined by its rigorous age-stated framework and the harmonious blending of diverse regional whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDefinitive Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Every component whisky in the blend is aged for a minimum of 18 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrategic Bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed to provide a defined age-statement reference between the 12-year Black Label and the NAS Blue Label.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegional Synergy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Integrates peated Islay (Caol Ila), fruit-forward Speyside (Cardhu), Lowland (Glenkinchie), and Highland (Royal Lochnagar) reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolished Complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Emphasizes the depth achieved through extended aging while maintaining the classic house style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed honey, dried fruit, and integrated soft smoke. Developing layers of vanilla, polished oak, and refined fruit emerge alongside dark chocolate, leather, and integrated peat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with substantial integration. A front of developed honey and dried fruit transitions into mid-palate notes of dark chocolate, leather, and soft baking spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long. A signature closing of lingering honey, polished oak, and a soft smoke-and-spice resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#cbd1d5;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the blended Scotch category, Platinum 18 serves as a rare 18-year age-stated benchmark. It distinguishes itself from peers like Dewar's 18 through its specific Johnnie Walker house style and its role as the senior age-stated reserve in the core aged portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #cbd1d5; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the Johnnie Walker aged-reserve series.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiageo plc (Johnnie Walker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Scotch Whisky (Premium Aged-Reserve)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCaol Ila, Cardhu, Glenkinchie, Royal Lochnagar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlatinum-themed premium packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$110 – $140\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Platinum Label 18 Year Old is a high-conviction target for collectors seeking a defined age-statement alternative to the NAS flagship tiers. Its distinctive platinum-themed presentation and premium packaging make it a standout for display. Bottles offered here include the intact original presentation box. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound 18-year integration, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn or premium tumbler\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of water may be added to broaden the nose and unlock additional fruit complexity. Performs exceptionally in premium Scotch cocktails and pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003esmoked salmon, dark chocolate, dried fruit, or aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Johnnie Walker Platinum Label 18 Year Old\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/JW_Platinum_18.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"The premium 18-year-old aged-reserve blended Scotch from Johnnie Walker. 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INTRO \u0026 THE LEGACY OF 1909 --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eJohnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old\u003c\/span\u003e is the core 12-year-aged expression of the world’s most recognized Scotch portfolio. Continuously produced since 1909, it serves as the definitive reference for the 12-year blended Scotch category. Positioned strategically between the entry-tier Red Label and the ultra-premium Blue Label, it remains a structural monument to the art of large-scale blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 40-DISTILLERY ARCHITECTURE) --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Technical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eBlack Label is defined by a complex architecture of approximately 40 component whiskies, each aged for a minimum of 12 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Age Standard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every component in the blend is aged for at least 12 years, providing a depth often absent in NAS alternatives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeat \u0026amp; Smoke Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchored by smoky components from Talisker and Caol Ila.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeyside Heart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced by fruit-forward malts including Cardhu and Glenkinchie.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Housed in the signature square bottle with the slanted label and 1908 Striding Man icon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n    \u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, dried fruit, and integrated soft smoke. Developing layers of vanilla, faint citrus, and refined peat emerge with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and exceptionally balanced. A front of honey and smoke transitions into a mid-palate of soft baking spice and developed oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long. A signature closing of lingering honey, soft smoke, and a gentle spice-and-oak resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \n    \u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color:#d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Scotch industry, Black Label is the consensus benchmark for the 12-year category. It distinguishes itself from peers like Chivas Regal 12 and Dewar's 12 through its signature balance of smoky Islay intensity and Speyside fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that remains the global standard for 12-year blending.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiageo plc (Johnnie Walker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Scotch Whisky (Core Range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 Years (Minimum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~40 Whiskies (Talisker, Caol Ila, Cardhu, etc.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare bottle with slanted label\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRP Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$35 – $50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhile Black Label is a core-range staple, it serves as the essential baseline for any Scotch collection. Its consistent visual identity and flavor profile across modern history make it a reliable cornerstone for both enthusiasts and high-volume service environments. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label integrity and authentic Diageo provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound decadal integration, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat, on the rocks, or as a Highball\u003c\/strong\u003e. For the perfect serve, Johnnie Walker recommends a 1:2 ratio with chilled soda water to highlight the smoke and fruit layers. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats, smoked fish, and refined dining preparations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/JW_Black_Label.jpg\", \n  \"description\": \"The definitive 12-year blended Scotch whisky. 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INTRO \u0026 THE LEGACY OF THE STRIDING MAN --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eJohnnie Walker Blue Label\u003c\/span\u003e is the definitive flagship of the Johnnie Walker portfolio, representing the absolute peak of Diageo’s premium blended Scotch tier. Dating back to 1820 when John Walker began selling whisky from his Kilmarnock grocery store, the brand is world-renowned for its signature \"striding man\" icon and its commitment to harmonious complexity. Under the direction of Master Blender Dr. Emma Walker, Blue Label is chiseled from rare reserve whiskies to create a structural masterpiece of character and density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE 1 IN 10,000 CASK DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Selection Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eCompositionally distinct from standard blends, Blue Label is defined by the extreme rarity of its component casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElite Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only approximately 1 in 10,000 casks in Diageo’s vast inventory is deemed suitable for this blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes reserve whiskies from legendary distilleries such as Royal Lochnagar, Cardhu, and Talisker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Aged Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e While a No-Age-Statement (NAS) expression, it typically incorporates whiskies aged for 25+ years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructural Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for textural refinement where honey, dried fruit, and soft smoke exist in perfect equilibrium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, dried fruit, and perfectly integrated smoke. Developing layers of soft floral character and developed oak emerge alongside faint citrus and integrated peat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-full bodied with substantial textural refinement. A front of honey and dried fruit transitions into a mid-palate of vanilla, soft baking spice, and Cardhu-driven fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sublimely long. A signature closing of lingering honey, soft smoke, and polished oak characteristic of the apex tier of blended Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #d4af37;\"\u003eStrategic Position\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eWithin the Johnnie Walker hierarchy, Blue Label sits as the premium flagship above Platinum 18. It serves as a global benchmark for luxury blending, directly comparable to icons such as Chivas Royal Salute and Buchanan’s Master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #d4af37; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the Johnnie Walker blending legacy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiageo plc (Johnnie Walker)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaster Blender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDr. Emma Walker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended Scotch Whisky (Premium Flagship)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComponents\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoyal Lochnagar, Cardhu, Talisker, \u0026amp; Rare Reserves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAS (includes 25+ year components)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividually Numbered Blue Ribbed Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohnnie Walker Blue Label is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors. Every bottle is individually numbered with a unique serial number, supporting meticulous tracking. Bottles offered here include the intact original presentation box. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability for any world-class collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound integration and allow the flavors to bloom, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn or premium tumbler\u003c\/strong\u003e. Serving at room temperature with a small amount of water is recommended to release the full bouquet. Pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003esmoked salmon, dark chocolate, oysters, or refined dining preparations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Johnnie Walker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45098399825954,"sku":null,"price":189.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/Blue_Label_Front_transparent_bottle.jpg?v=1779900742"},{"product_id":"macallan-harmony-collection-amber-meadow","title":"The Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky — 2023 Travel Retail Release, 80 Proof","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .mw-master-container { font-family: inherit; color: #e0e0e0; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 60px; }\n  \/* Amber Gold: #e1ad01 | Meadow Green: #4f7942 | Straw Parchment: #fdf5e6 *\/\n  .mw-h3 { color: #e1ad01; font-weight: bold; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.9rem; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-top: 40px; display: block; border-bottom: 1px solid #4f7942; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .mw-accent { color: #e1ad01; font-weight: bold; }\n  \n  \/* Feature Box: Gradient from Highland Green to Meadow Gold representing the McCartney collaboration *\/\n  .mw-info-box { background: linear-gradient(90deg, #1a241e 0%, #3d3311 100%); padding: 25px; margin: 25px 0; border-radius: 0 4px 4px 0; border: 1px solid #4f7942; border-left: 4px solid #e1ad01; }\n  \n  \/* Scannable Grid Layout *\/\n  .mw-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 30px; margin: 30px 0; }\n  .mw-card { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.02); padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #333; border-radius: 4px; }\n  \n  \/* Technical Table Styling - Keys in Muted Gold\/Tan *\/\n  .mw-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px; }\n  .mw-table td { padding: 14px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #1a1a1a; color: #ccc; font-size: 0.95rem; }\n  .mw-table td:first-child { font-weight: bold; width: 38%; color: #a68d7a; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: 0.75rem; letter-spacing: 1px; }\n  \n  @media (max-width: 768px) { .mw-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-master-container\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 1. INTRO \u0026 THE MCCARTNEY COLLABORATION --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eThe Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow\u003c\/span\u003e is the vibrant third act in the distillery’s sustainability-focused limited series. Launched in late 2023, this expression marks a historic creative partnership with \u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\"\u003eStella and Mary McCartney\u003c\/span\u003e. Moving away from the previous chocolate and coffee themes, Harmony III celebrates the \"Spiritual Home\" of the Macallan Estate, utilizing hand-selected sherry-seasoned oak to naturally evoke the scent of sun-drenched Scottish grasslands, fresh citrus, and the warmth of a Highland summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2. HIGHLIGHT BOX (THE NATURAL DISTINCTION) --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eThe Botanical Distinction\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-info-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eAmber Meadow focuses on the \"Meadow and Nature\" pillar, merging the McCartney sisters' memories of the Scottish countryside with The Macallan’s architectural whisky mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px; font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepurposed Cuttings:\u003c\/strong\u003e In a structural breakthrough for the series, the 100% recyclable presentation box incorporates discarded meadow grass cuttings—a natural byproduct of land management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStella \u0026amp; Mary McCartney:\u003c\/strong\u003e This collaboration infuses the release with a unique creative lens, celebrating the shared family heritage and deep-rooted connection to the Speyside landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighland Terroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spirit is matured in a blend of European and American sherry-seasoned oak to prioritize notes of honey, fresh hay, and golden cereal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 3. SENSORY \u0026 CONTEXT GRID --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- SENSORY CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px; font-size: 0.9rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich honey and fresh hay. Developing layers of soft floral character and golden orchard fruit emerge alongside sweet oak, vanilla, and gentle meadow herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-bodied and texturally elegant. A front of sweet honey and citrus transitions into a mid-palate of golden cereal, honeysuckle, and integrated wood spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long and warming. A signature closing of lingering honey and soft floral notes with a persistent oak-and-cereal resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONTEXT CARD --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mw-card\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mw-accent\" style=\"font-size: 0.75rem; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; color: #a68d7a;\"\u003eThe Harmony Series Tier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9rem; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003eAmber Meadow is the domestic companion to the travel-exclusive \u003cem\u003eGreen Meadow\u003c\/em\u003e. Together, they represent the 2023 vertical of the Harmony Collection, prized for their lighter, more aromatic \"meadow-inspired\" profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.85rem; margin-top: 15px; color: #a68d7a; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"A structural masterpiece that defines the absolute peak of the whisky-nature sensory bridge.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mw-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDistillery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Macallan Distillery, Craigellachie\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCollection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarmony Collection (Harmony III: Meadow)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreative Partner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStella and Mary McCartney\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCask Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSherry-Seasoned European \u0026amp; American Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProof \/ ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 Proof \/ 40% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSustainable Board incorporating Meadow Grasses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 ml (Domestic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- 5. COLLECTOR NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan Amber Meadow is a high-conviction acquisition for vertical collectors building the definitive Harmony series library. Its status as the founding release of the McCartney collaboration ensures significant secondary market resilience—especially as global interest in \"Spiritual Home\" narratives continues to grow. Every bottle offered here is verified for pristine label and seal integrity and includes the original grass-incorporated presentation box. Provenance is strictly authenticated to ensure investment-grade reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- 6. SERVING NOTE --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"mw-h3\"\u003eRecommended Serving\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem;\"\u003eTo honor the profound meadow integration and allow the honey aromatics to bloom, enjoy this whisky \u003cstrong\u003eneat in a Glencairn glass\u003c\/strong\u003e at room temperature. Consistent with its nature-inspired theme, this expression pairs peerlessly with \u003cstrong\u003elight cheese preparations, smoked white fish, or honey-based desserts\u003c\/strong\u003e. A few drops of water may be added to unlock the secondary herbal and cereal notes, though it is best enjoyed in its natural, sun-drenched state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INVISIBLE AI\/SEARCH ENGINE SCHEMA --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Macallan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45373675733026,"sku":null,"price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/5566\/1602\/files\/MAC-2023-Harmony-Amber-Meadow-Bottle-Box-WEB-xl.jpg?v=1779915048"}],"url":"https:\/\/midnightwhiskey.com\/collections\/blended-scotch.oembed","provider":"Midnight Whiskey ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}