Whisky Isle Of Jura 18 years old, gift box, 0.7 L
Reviews of purchase Isle Of Jura 18 years old, gift box, 0.7 L
Tasting Notes
Whiskey intense amber-gold color.
In the taste of whiskey juicy, seductive notes of American white oak and subtle hints of sherry, hints of spice, caramel, licorice and almonds. In the aftertaste - notes of melon and spice.
The aroma is rich and full of whiskey. Soft hints of chocolate, marzipan and spices. Nuances of cedar nuts and vanilla, citrus, mint tea. Background tones of cinnamon and iris complementary harmony.
Whiskey is perfect as a digestif, you can eat fruit.
Interesting Facts
Isle of Jura is known for its wild nature, beauty and scenery. His soft peaty water is good for making whiskey, and warm air drying contributes to a soft malt. Plant "Isle of Jura" was built in 1810 in a cave in the village of smugglers Kreyhaus. In 1875 it was purchased and renovated James Ferguson and his sons. Due to the downturn in the economy plant was closed, and he was inactive until the mid XX century. In the 50s, two local residents - Robin Fletcher and Tony Riley-Smith - decide to restore the factory in order to attract new residents to the island and provide jobs. The plant was reopened in 1963. Distiller and architect Delm Evans (Delme Evans), who helped restore the factory suggested a high stills that allow you to create light and rather eclectic mixture of malt. The taste of whiskey receive individual and unique. "Isle of Jura" uses in its production exclusively new barrels of American white oak barrels are sometimes taken out of sherry. Since 1994, the plant owned by the company "Whyte & Mackay", in the line of the plant - 7 whiskeys.
