Johnnie Walker Vault and Olivier Rousteing has released their second launch, The Couture Blend, a homage to personal evolution, fearless artistry and creative tension.
Crafted in the Johnnie Walker Vault in Edinburgh, The Couture Blend is a limited-edition luxury Scotch whisky. It follows the success of Couture Expression and showcases blending artistry through bespoke blends and luxurious experiences.
Imagined by Rousteing, this whisky blends experimental modern whiskies with vintage and ghost whiskies from closed distilleries, creating a unique flavor profile. Rousteing’s architectural bottle design merges tradition with modern aesthetics.
Launched during Rousteing’s 40th birthday, Dr. Emma Walker selected 10 whiskies from a vault of 500 rare options, including ghost whiskies from Port Dundas and Caledonian. The blend layers whiskies from the 80s and 90s with contemporary expressions, embodying a tension of flavor and style.
“I was inspired by Olivier’s story of progress over the last forty years, from his early self-discovery to his daring modern creativity. In this blend, I leaned into progressive and experimental whiskies from the past and present – whiskies that push boundaries just as Olivier does in couture,” said Dr Walker.
She continued: “I chose rare malts from Roseisle matured in ex-wine casks for fruity tropical flavours, a spicy chocolate malt experiment from Teannich for tonka notes, and a ghost cask from Port Ellen for a unique cloak of smoke. Blending these with Johnnie Walker’s classic flavours has resulted in something singular which I hope captures Olivier’s spirit.”
Rousteing’s design for The Couture Blend showcases a blend of heritage and modernity. He reimagines luxury crystal decanters, honoring Johnnie Walker’s iconic square bottles. The architectural crystal decanter features sculptural shoulders and an oversized square stopper, reflecting Rousteing’s bold tailoring while maintaining tradition. Dressed in gold, it also offers a personalizable collar for collectors.
Rousteing said, “I wanted to create something that captures the tension between minimalism and maximalism, sparking conversation and curiosity, anchored in the present yet futuristic and timeless. I loved the paradox of pure crystal and decadent gold, finishing the decanter with the oversized stopper. For such a unique whisky, blending old with new and traditional with experimental, it felt the perfect, unexpected piece of art to treasure.”
He added, “In every couture show, there is a look designed to take the viewers’ breath away – the signature of the collection. For me, The Couture Blend is just that.”
With only 1,500 numbered crystal decanters, The Couture Blend retails for $2,500 at select luxury retailers.
Further information: https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-gb/vault