Jura 12 Year Old The Bay
- Distillery
- Jura
- Region
- Island
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 44%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £59.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Vanilla, Toasted, Honey
- Description
- Jura's 12-year-old island single malt undergoes initial maturation in ex-bourbon casks before a finishing period in Pedro Ximénez sherry wood, creating a distinctive bridge between bourbon sweetness and Spanish richness. The palate delivers warm orchard fruits, toffee, and baking spice in successive waves, with the sherry cask influence adding depth and complexity. The texture is smooth and approachable, with a lingering sweetness that frames the spice notes. Well-suited to those seeking an island malt with gentler smoke and richer fruit character than its Islay neighbours.
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Jura 12 Year Old The Bay is a 12-year-old single malt from Jura (Island, Scotland), bottled at 44% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, cooked fruit, vanilla, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Jura's 12-year-old island single malt undergoes initial maturation in ex-bourbon casks before a finishing period in Pedro Ximénez sherry wood, creating a distinctive bridge between bourbon sweetness and Spanish richness. The palate delivers warm orchard fruits, toffee, and baking spice in successive waves, with the sherry cask influence adding depth and complexity. The texture is smooth and approachable, with a lingering sweetness that frames the spice notes. Well-suited to those seeking an island malt with gentler smoke and richer fruit character than its Islay neighbours.
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