A limited edition single malt released especially for the 'Jura Whisky Festival 2014', held during Fèis Ìle, the famous Islay whisky festival (you just have to jump on a ferry for about 30 seconds to get over to Jura). This "cryptic concoction" has experienced seven (!) finishes. Starting out in American oak bourbon casks, it was transferred into Jupilles, Les Bertanges, Limousin, Tronçais, Allier and Vosges casks before finally being married in sherry butts. 3,000 bottles were released.
This bottle was part of a private collection - if you'd like more detailed photos just get in touch!
Fragrant and nutty with red apple, salted pecan and very rich Manuka honey. Dates, peaches, a little fizzy (slightly cakey) Lucozade. Barley, semolina and some polished mahogany.
Dark, nutty and very sweet also. Caramel, some herbal honey and reduced apricot juice.
Brazil nut skin, banana, frangipine and apple cores.
Ambitious this, obviously, but it does seem to have worked. Not to everybody's taste but well worth trying if you can get your hands on some.
