Isle of Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52%

Not every great dram carries a famous name on the label — Jura is proof that quiet distilleries can still produce remarkable whisky. This particular release from Isle of Jura shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% is a Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 52%.

The whisky was distilled in 1997 and bottled in 2015.

Only 3,970 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Green apple, vanilla and a gentle grassy note.

Palate

Malt sweetness, citrus and a touch of oak spice.

Finish

Soft and rounded with a final malty note.

Specifications

Name: Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52%
Distillery: Jura
Region/Country: Isle of Jura
Type: Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 years
ABV: 52%
Size: 70 CL
Distilled: 1997
Bottled: 2015
Number of bottles: 3,970
Edition: Tastival Fèis Ìle 2015
EAN no.: 5013967010345

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. Fèis Ìle releases are annual and stop being produced once the festival is over, making a bottling from ten years back still harder to source.

Did you know?

Fèis Ìle is an annual whisky festival on Islay, where distilleries across the region, including neighbouring Jura, release exclusive festival bottlings for the event.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52%

How would you describe the taste of Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52%?

On the nose you will find green apple, vanilla and a gentle grassy note. The palate offers malt sweetness, citrus and a touch of oak spice, while the finish brings soft and rounded with a final malty note.

Is Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% best enjoyed neat or with ice?

Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, allowing the aromas to open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

Is Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% worth it?

Yes — the rarity, the cask type and Jura's reputation make Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% a whisky well worth investing in for anyone collecting characterful bottlings.

What is the history behind the distillery that made Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52%?

Jura distillery was essentially rebuilt from the ground up in 1963, after the original 1810 distillery had lain unused for more than 60 years.

Does Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% make a good gift?

Yes, Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How many bottles of Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% exist?

Only 3,970 bottles of Jura Tastival 1997/2015 Feis Isle Single Jura Malt Scotch Whisky 52% exist from this cask, making it one of the rarer releases in our range.