Justerini & Brooks - wine expertise & iconic blended scotch
Justerini & Brooks, founded in London in 1749 by Giacomo Justerini and George Johnson, was granted Royal Warrants in 1761 and developed into a leading wine & spirits merchant. Now part of Diageo, J&B is known worldwide for its popular blended Scotch "J&B Rare", consisting of up to 42 malt and grain whiskies.
Region & Origin
The J&B Rare blend combines whiskies from Speyside and Highlands (including Knockando, Auchroisk, Glen Spey), from carefully stored stocks in Scotland.
Production & Craft
Since 1884, J&B has been sourcing old, matured whiskies and creating complex, balanced blends with malt and grain fractions. J&B Rare was developed specifically for the US market in the 1930s and contains around 40% malt whisky.
Design & brand appearance
The iconic green bottle with yellow label and red J&B logo has stood for personality, reliability and recognition value in the trade for decades.
Variety & highlights
- J&B Rare (40% vol.): The iconic blend with a fruity, fresh profile - perfect for mixing or enjoying neat.
Sustainability & expertise
As a Diageo brand, J&B benefits from global standards. In addition, Justerini & Brooks continues to operate its renowned wine warehouse, including highly secure Octavian Vaults - expertise from the vine to the bottle.
Awards & Reputation
J&B Rare is the third best-selling Scotch blend in the world and the top seller in markets such as Spain and Italy. The brand enjoyed growth from the end of Prohibition (1933) and achieved sales figures of up to three million cases a year in the 1960s and 1970s.
Conclusion
Justerini & Brooks combines aristocratic tradition, winemaking expertise and iconic blended Scotch quality. At delicando you will find J&B Rare and more exclusive options such as the Reserve 15 year old - perfect for beginners and blend lovers.