At the peak of the Jura distillery's core range (relaunched in mid-2018) sits the Isle of Jura 18 Year Old. This expression aged in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels before enjoying a finishing period in Premier Grand Cru Class? Bordeaux barrels, imparting a rich fruitiness. Top stuff for late evening dramming. Nose: Cinnamon, dried berries, Wine Gums, hickory. Palate: Brandied cherries, Turkish delight, milky coffee and blackcurrant jam. Finish: Chocolate chip cookies, a touch of hay, orange oil.

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