Jura 1992 The Single Malts of Scotland A Marriage of Casks 29 yo

 

 

 

42,9°

Distillery : Isle of Jura - Islands

5 Bourbon Casks

Independent Bottling 

By Elixir Distillers

Limited Edition 

Single Malt 

Bottled in 2021

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured

Cask Strength

 

 

 

At Elixir Distillers, the A Marriage of Casks sub-range brings together the oldest bottlings from The Single Malts of Scotland, but they are not vintage. Here, however, we know that these are 5 Bourbon casks, distilled in 1991 and 1992, which aged for at least 29 years before yielding the precious distillate. They must have been small casks, because only 576 bottles were produced.

 

 

 

Let's Taste It : 

The nose is full-bodied, airy and costal, but with little iodine. Chalk, bushes, some white fruits, vanilla combined with mineral hints, amber. An impression of height. On the palate, the fruit is more present, orchard fruits, Pink Lady apples, Comice pears, but it's also a bit earthy, sandy. Apricot in the background. Measured spices, peanut butter, vergeoise. Finish relatively light, but pleasant and complex. Chestnuts, honey, shortbread biscuits. Molasses. 

In Short, 

A very interesting Jura, this distillery is definitely full of surprises. Slightly costal and fruity, but also earthy, with greedy notes, all in nuances. However, the alcohol content is a bit low and lacks punch. The price is still pretty high, but that's the rule now.

Score : 89

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                           To Be Listened While Sipping :

                                           Unknown Mortal Orchestra - Necessary Evil