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15.9.2018
As I have gradually extended my range of whisky experiences, I have realised that while the age of the whisky is a sure-fire measure of minimum price it's not a sure-fire measure of whether I will enjoy it more. In this case, I opened the bottle with only medium levels of anticipation - the standard Jura offering in the supermarkets is not very high on my list though I never suggest I'd turn down a taste. This bottle was quite unassuming ; a relatively inexpensive cardboard tube and a no-nonsense bottle. What did intrigue immediately was the beautiful deep colour that hinted at the richer flavour within.First taste (neat, cool room temperature) was an unexpected kicker.
21.9.2018
At the RRP, this whisky is a good £25 more than I have ever paid for a decent bottle of Scotch - but seems reasonably in line wit similar offerings from Glenlivet, Aberlour, and Talisker. It's nicely presented in a foiled cardboard tube, with metal cap ends, though there's no appreciable difference in quality between the packaging used for this 18 year old, red wine cask finished, malt and that used for the 2/3 of the price 12 y.o.The bottle has Jura's classic, slightly hourglass shape that grips well for pouring. The colour is a rich, deep, orangey amber - appreciably darker than the 12 year old offering from the same brand. I did, however,
28.9.2018
I have only recently started to drink whisky as it seems an appreciation of the liquid comes with age. This should be the same for the drink, with an aged whisky taking on richer and deeper flavours. At 18 years of age 'Jura 18 Year Old' represents their most mature in the range and therefore it should be the most tasty. I should admit to being a bit of a weakling still in my whisky taste and don't like mine to be too peaty. I was worried that 'Jura 18' would be overpowering for my naive palette, but this was not the case. It actually starts off being quite sweet and the aftertaste is by no means unpleasant. For an 18 year old variety, this is a very accessible drink.I am aware that perhaps this should not be the case and that at the price and age,
11.9.2018
If I had ever compiled a ranking of single malts, Jura would have come very near or at the bottom. To my taste it always seemed to have much too much of a marine quality for my liking - seawater, seaweed, iodine, as though the 'terroir' of the coastline infused it to an extent that just isn't present in most other Islay and island whiskies (with the exception of Bunnahabhain which also seems to present this marine quality and would also have been very near the bottom of my list). I still have an unfinished bottle of Jura Superstition lurking in the back of the drinks cabinet which Mrs E. L. Wisty, bless 'er, bought me for my birthday two or three years ago.This bottling however really couldn't be more different,
28.8.2019
I need to confess that I know nothing about Whisky and as an occasional shandy person - about alcohol in general. A friend did me a very great favour and I knew that he was fond of whisky. I asked his wife if a bottle would be appropriate as a means of showing my appreciation. She told me that a bottle would be a good idea, any of the cheaper varieties would be fine and not to go to a lot of trouble.The only thing I did know was that single malts tend to be more sought after than blended and from looking at prices the older matured seemed to attract a premium.I saw this whisky on Amazon and it seemed to have my single malt and aged tick boxes. It was also available at a keen price and with free delivery.Well,
7.9.2018
Lagavulin 16 year old is my all time favourite so I paid £70 for a bottle of distillers edition a few months back thinking that paying more would be better. It was nice but, I didn't think it was that much better. I thought that it would be the same with the Jura malt v others in the range, but I was pleasantly surprised.The whisky is quite dark, more so than the stock photo on Amazon, probably as a result of sitting in a red wine cask. It is also matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks too and it is a result of these 2 casks which give it the dark colour and soft rounded slightly sweet taste. No harshness in the back of the throat and you could easily get carried away with this in an evening.
8.9.2018
Before I was given the opportunity to taste-test the 18 year old Jura, I’d previously only sampled the (now defunct) 10 year old Origin – that’s my father’s dram of preference, and I tend to partake whenever I visit for Christmas. It’s a smooth, sweet and easy-going, honey and spice, non-peaty whiskey that slips down easily without too much of a fight.The 18 year old by comparison is more guns blazing on delivery, and richer, fuller-bodied. It has much more of a heavy red fruit and slightly spicy punch to it (presumably from the red wine barrel ageing), with coffee and dark chocolate notes and a hint of peat – it’s definitely more complex, rich and interesting as you might expect of an older whiskey.
23.9.2018
This 18-year-old whisky is the top of the range offering from the Jura distillery. I was immediately surprised at how dark the whisky is but then I read that the whisky, after starting off in bourbon barrels, finishes its ageing in red wine casks, so that explains the rich, deep colour, as well as some of the flavours from the whisky itself, particularly the overtones of coffee and chocolate that you sometimes get from hefty red wines.The whisky certainly needed, for my tastes, to be served with a decent dash of water to bring out the complexities and sweetness of the whisky. Neat, the whisky is far too potent and the flavours are all clashing with one another; a small amount of water and the whisky has room to breathe,
10.9.2018
I have little knowledge of the Jura line of whiskies, but as an introduction this 18 year old is a very compelling one. First impressions are of the pronounced wine flavours blended with a little smokey hit and a slight hint of peat. There’s quite a fruity taste as well, making this a sweeter whiskey compared to what I generally tend to favour. There is a lovely smoothness to it which makes it easy to drink, rolling it over the tongue to discover new nuances.It is a very dark whiskey, which can be seen better in the marketing pictures rather than the product shot. I tried it neat and with a single ice cube and found both enjoyable, but I think I prefer it neat. Though it is a very fine,
23.9.2018
Now I am not a Whisky expert or anything, but after attending a Whisky festival this year I have started to get into them. Up until recently Whisky was just the harsh drink that I diluted with cola to hide the burn, so I am not the best person to ask but I have shared it with a couple of other people and they seem to agree with me.You definitely notice the alcohol a bit more on this drink compared to the Seven Wood and the 12 year old. To me it was a little bit more harsh, but I definitely get the fruitiness that some people mention (I assume from the red wine casks it is stored in). It isn't too peaty, so that burnt after taste you sometimes get from certain whisky's isn't too over powering.I'm not sure my palate is defined enough to pick up the flavours that other people get,
22.9.2018
I've never thought of Jura as a quality make of Whiskey before but this 18 year bottle may well change my mind.Now I'll get the disclaimer out of the way first, I'm not a big whiskey drinker, I tend to buy for others rather than drink myself, I'm more of a fan of gin or port, but that's because most whiskey I've tasted has been murder on the throat without much in the way of a decent flavour to compensate.This whiskey, however, was aged for 18 years in American White oak ex-bourbon barrels and a finish in a fine red wine cask and you can certainly taste the influences of that. The flavour provides slightly smokey, red wine notes with a fruity undertone.
5.9.2018
I would not normally be in a position to sample a whisky of this pedigree - being 18 years old it made me reflect that it was made at the dawning of the Millenium.I sampled this single malt neat and could instantly understand how it commands a premium price. It’s easy even for a novice to appreciate the refinement, although harder to put into words but I’ll try. Overall, this Jura Whisky has a wonderful warmth and smoothness to it and with each sip you discover another “layer” to the taste.My first impression was one of cherries and burnt almonds with a hint of cinnamon reminding me that winter isn’t too far away. Then there‘s another layer, a trace of coffee with a hint of orange and chocolate with a slightly fruity (berry)
26.9.2018
A absolutely gorgeous 18 years old single malt scotch whisky gave me quite a kick as my first experience on sampling which is very smooth with its warm aroma of toffee,fruits and cinnamon it also had a taste of vanilla for me which went down rather well and a quality red wine finish, in colour it's definitely rosewood gold.It arrived encased in its own quality box and was very interested to read that the distillery is on the island of Jura just a few miles off the west coast of Scotland with one road one public house and one distillery ( established since 1810 ) and home to just 200 islanders, makes it all the more special for me I'd like to visit.This very smooth oak and smoky 18 year old
7.9.2018
Jura seem to have completely overhauled their whole aesthetic and range this year in attempt to perhaps appeal to a more global audience. The range, which this 18 year older sits at the top of, is clearer and easier to understand and the bottle looks more like a bourbon than a Scotch. Indeed this one has been matured in U.S. oak barrels. It's a drink that needs to breathe in the glass for a minute or two and has a lovely rich, creamy and not over-smokey taste. Really nice and perfect to have around for special guests. The only negative is that the outer box packaging is not really in keeping with what you'd expect for something cost £75 - not the biggest issue if you are drinking it yourself,
12.9.2018
Jura Superstition is one of my 'go-to' malts - it is a comfort drink, honeyed and warming and dependable in its consistency. The chance to sample Jura 18 could not be passed up and it does not disappoint.As expected the age brings complexity of character - malts are like people - the sweetness giving way to positive bitter notes as the burn reaches up to your sinuses. Dangerously moreish, this is a malt that you'll want to get to know well, with each taste giving a slightly different experience.It is, mostly, a front of mouth experience, with none of the two-stage burn of a Dalmore. This makes it more accessible, and perhaps this is a weakness - an exclusive price but without an exclusive appeal.