Early life Walker was born 1837, in
Kilmarnock, Scotland, the son of
John ‘Johnnie’ Walker.
Old Highland Whisky In 1867 he registered
Old Highland Whisky, one of the earliest brands to be trademarked. From that time it has had the now famous slanted black and gold label. In the late 1870s he switched to the distinctive square bottle design.
1889 onwards Upon his death in 1889, he left the business to his sons
George Paterson Walker and
Alexander Walker II. George ran marketing and distribution through the
London office. Alexander oversaw production, blending, and became an industry spokesman and whisky magnate. ==External links==