Jura 9 Year Old 2003 Cask 9305 Provenance Douglas Laing

Isle of Jura Superstition

The first thing that hits you about the nose is an orange blossom fragrance combined with a underlying smokey peatiness. Its aromatic with subtle floural qualities to it, not overpowering though. I'm getting nutty biscuits and the lingering air of a continental sweet shop. I take a sip and it bites a little on my lips with a hint of spice. A...

Score 79/100

Isle of Jura 10 Year Old

Isle of Jura 10 year old caught me off guard the first time I tried it a couple years ago. The nose immediately struck me as containing notes similar to those often found in tequila. I do like a good tequila every now and then, but this struck me as a bit odd. After a few dram sessions, though, I came to appreciate this lovely drink and find...

Score 82/100

Isle of Jura 11 Year Old Provenance bottling

The nose is light and refreshing - it has a citrus edge that keeps it zesty despite the main body of oil, salt and mild earthy peat. Really interesting smell. The taste is heavier than the nose. It still contains the citrus notes, but the earthy notes are stronger with more hints of salt, wood and smoke. The peatiness isn't as strong in the taste...

Score 71/100

Isle of Jura 10 Year Old

I chose this scotch for my wife to maintain her mild interest in my hobby. After sampling several different malts, this won because it is complex, non-peated, and well balanced-- slightly sweet rather than too oaky or dry. Overall I would call it a success (for both of us!). Nose: Others have commented on a strange nose; I agree it is distinct and...

Score 79/100