6 Best-Selling Blended Scotch Whisky Bottles In The World: Johnnie Walker 18, Chivas Regal 18, Ballantine's, Grant's Triple Wood

Every bar has one. So does every duty-free aisle and almost every home bar. Blended Scotch whisky rarely needs an introduction, because it's usually in your hand before the conversation starts. Single malt whisky bottles may get all the reverence, but blended Scotch whiskies are what people actually end up drinking. The reason is simple: a blend is built to get along with everyone. A little honey, a bit of fruit, a curl of smoke only when it's been asked for, and no tasting-class degree required. So, what's really inside these whisky bottles? We lined up six of the world's best-selling blended Scotch whiskies, from an 18-year-old with beeswax on the nose to one that skips the smoke entirely. Here are the 6 best-selling blended Scotch whisky bottles in the world, according to The Love Of Whisky survey, which ranks the best-selling whiskies based on cases sold (9-litre), including Johnnie Walker 18, Chivas Regal 18, Dewar's 12, Ballantine's, Grant's Triple Wood and William Lawson's whisky.

Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

This Johnnie Walker 18 Year Old Blended Scotch whisky opens up with honeysuckle and beeswax, with citrus peel, dried herbs, and a whisper of gentle smoke trailing behind. This whisky suits slow premium sipping as much as gifting.

Johnnie Walker recorded 22.1 million cases sold.

Chivas Regal 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

This whiskey from Chivas Regal leans to a fruity side, with apple and pear meeting honey, vanilla and caramel, with soft spice and a gentle sherry touch running underneath. Good for both relaxed sipping and gifting.

Chivas Regal recorded 4.6 million cases sold.

Dewar's 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky

This 12-year-old blend opens with honey, vanilla, citrus, and light spice, making this a good bottle to start with. It is, too, great for premium sipping, as well as a standout gift.

Dewar's recorded 3.3 million cases sold.

Ballantine's Blended Scotch Whisky

Soft is the perfect word here. Honey, vanilla, apple, and a little spice keep this bottle wonderfully accessible, ideal for anyone who doesn't want their whisky arguing back.

Ballantine's recorded 8.2 million cases sold.

Grant's Triple Wood Blended Scotch Whisky

Three woods pull in different directions: virgin oak for spice, American oak for vanilla, bourbon refill for brown sugar. Expect ripe pear, malt, and a long, sweet finish with a hint of smoke.

Grant's recorded 4.4 million cases sold.

William Lawson's Blended Scotch Whisky

This one comes with a big, bold fruity pour. Toasted cereal, a hint of juicy apple, and a spoonful of chewy toffee make it perfect for anyone who'd rather skip the smoke.

William Lawson's recorded 3.4 million cases sold.

These 6 best-selling blended Scotch whisky bottles in the world did not land in this list by accident, the exalted taste in each glass make a decent case for why.

Blended Scotch whisky data as of 2023.