Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 years old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 52.9%

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 Island (Isle of Jura) shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on sherry Butt, fad nr. HL20748 and bottled at 52,9%.

This bottling comes from The First Edition, released as part of the The First Edition range.

The whisky was distilled in 2011 and bottled in 2023.

Only 161 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried raisins, toasted almonds and a rich sherry sweetness.

Palate

Toffee, dark fruit and a layer of warming spice.

Finish

Rich and sweet with a slow fade of dark fruit.

Specifications

Name: Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9%
Distillery: Jura
Bottler: The First Edition
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 11 years
ABV: 52,9%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry Butt, fad nr. HL20748
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2011
Bottled: 2023
Number of bottles: 161
Edition: The First Edition
EAN no.: 5060354285190

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. A run of just 161 bottles from a single sherry butt makes this Jura one of the rarest independent bottlings in this whole delivery.

Did you know?

Jura distillery sits closer to Islay's distilleries than to the Scottish mainland, which often leads to confusion between the island's whisky and its famous, more heavily peated neighbour.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9%

What flavours can you expect from Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9%?

On the nose you will find dried raisins, toasted almonds and a rich sherry sweetness. The palate offers toffee, dark fruit and a layer of warming spice, while the finish brings rich and sweet with a slow fade of dark fruit.

How does the cask type affect the flavour of Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9%?

The cask, sherry Butt, fad nr. HL20748, plays a central role in shaping the character, giving Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% a depth that a neutral cask simply could not provide.

How should Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% be served?

Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% 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.

What is the history behind the distillery that made Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9%?

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 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% make a good gift?

Yes, Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% 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 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% exist?

Only 161 bottles of Jura 2011/2023 The First Edition 11 Year Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky 52,9% exist from this cask, making it one of the rarer releases in our range.