Incidentally, I also brought over a Glendronach 21-Year-Old Parliament for Bob to try, and he just loved that one. He’s replenished his liquor cabinet many times, and it’s safe to say that he is a creature of habit when it comes to the bottles he tends to purchase. To offer a sense of perspective, Bob is used to drinking Benromach 10-Year-Old, Benromach 100, Glenfarclas 105, Old Pulteney 17-Year-Old, and Linkwood 15-Year-Old. That helped me to gauge what a relative newbie, with the benefit of some helpful guidance over the past year (mine), would think of the Isle of Jura 21-Year-Old. Bob (my friend) has been drinking good, mid-level Scotches for the past year or two, and he wasn’t overly impressed. I brought my bottle over to a friend’s house. In and of itself, this would not usually be a problem however, it’s worth pointing out that the sweeter notes also become a bit cloying, as sometimes happens when E150a is used.ĭespite the above considerations, this whisky seems accessible enough for someone who isn’t overly particular about the craft side of distilling. Unfortunately, a few drops of water tend to accentuate the oak tannins–which, in turn, causes the spirit to taste more bitter. Because of this fact, I will go out on a limb and infer, through a feat of Sherlock Holmes-style deductive reasoning, that the whisky is not chill filtered. The addition of water does seem to create a bit of “Scotch mist” in the glass. This particular detail is usually difficult to confirm with distilleries that use caramel coloring to “brighten the corners” of what might otherwise be a fairly dull looking whisky. One thing I will say with some measure of confidence is that my taste buds can usually detect the substance, even though it is supposed to be flavorless. I can’t be sure the culprit is in here, or not, but I suspect a little might be–in fairly low amounts. While tasting Isle of Jura 21-Year-Old, I am reminded of artificial caramel flavor (E150a). At the death, a phantom note of sweetness makes a come-back, revealing a bit of marshmallow nougat. Palate: Rhubarb, with other stewed fruits dry roasted peanut cardamom, saffron vanilla, and more toffee.įinish: Medium finish that finally reveals a bit of oak tannins, with a slightly bitter downturn. Nose: Marshmallow nougat toffee honey malted milk balls wheat grass juice cashew butter. Vital Stats: 44% ABV (88 proof) aged 21 years 100% malted barley price ranges from $135-$170. It’s sweet, creamy, slightly oaky, and thus appeals to a wide range of preferences. Call this whisky “domesticated,” if you wish. The bottle itself has a feminine, curvy appearance, which even tapers in at the “waist.” In fact, it reminds me a little of a prehistoric fertility goddess.Īlthough Jura offers a few peated options in its core line-up, which culminate in Prophecy–a non-chill filtered, heavily peated whisky–the Jura 21 year-old is a different sort of animal. A black and white picture of the distillery is visible though a window on the lid, adding a vintage look. It’s undeniable that the ABV percentage is the same (44%), and today’s packaging is also quite innovative, with a removable buckling top that pulls up to reveal a black multi-tiered stand for the whisky bottle to perch upon. On the box of its Jura 21-Year-Old offering, the distillery claims that the whisky embraces “many characteristics” of the 200th anniversary commemorative bottling. It matured on sherry casks from the Gonzales Byass bodega (which is also often used for Dalmore). The precise age of the barrel held a special significance because it was the year that Jura distillery was rebuilt. This Isle of Jura 21 Year Old was launched to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the distillery. In 2010, Jura distillery released a 200 Year Anniversary special 21-Year-Old bottling that was finished in a Gonzalez Byass Oloroso Sherry cask from 1963. This one has recently been reviewed by the chaps at whisky for everyone, so check out their notes as well.Jura 30-Year-Old won Best Islands Single Malt, as well as Best Islands Single Malt Over 21 Years, at the 2016 World Whiskies Awards. Had I lived in Scotland, i would have given this one a try!
It’s also a nice opportunity to taste the now-discontinued 21 year old expression, and to maybe win a stay at the Jura lodge and visit to the Jura distillery.
If you like anniversary expressions, and fancy boxes, this one is definitely on your to buy list. some wood too.Īll in all, very enjoyable, and well made sherry dram. mouth coating and heart warming.įinish : Medium on dark chocolate, espresso, and spice.
Palate: Starts with quite a wine influence, then off to orange marmalade, the spice attack is quite fierce, then it gives way to sugar, and the remains of a dark chocolate pack. Some wood spices (cinnamon and nutmeg) also become evident after some time (give this one some breathing time - it's worth it).
Nose : Lovely thick melange of dried fruits and sugar.
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