Jameson is arguably the most famous Irish whiskey in the world – a classic, triple-distilled blend that is just as good neat as in an Irish Coffee.

Expert Review

Jameson Triple Distilled Blended Irish Whiskey is a Blended Irish Whiskey, bottled at 40%.

The whiskey is triple distilled, giving it its characteristic smoothness. The colour is amber gold, and the nose offers spiced and fruity tones. The palate is spiced with a hint of citrus, finishing with a good, dry finish. Jameson is best enjoyed neat, on the rocks, as an Irish Coffee, or in cocktails.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Spiced and fruity.

Palate

Spiced with citrus.

Finish

Good and dry.

Specifications

Name: Jameson Triple Distilled
Distillery: Jameson
Region/Country: Ireland
Type: Blended Irish Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Other: Perfect for Irish Coffee
EAN no.: 5011007003005

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Fruity · Citrus-forward · Dry · Smooth

Did You Know?

Jameson is the world's best-selling Irish whiskey brand and is often used as the base in the classic Irish Coffee.
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A ready-made Manhattan, developed with Esquire and barrel-finished a second time after blending.

Expert description

Jefferson's The Manhattan Barrel Finished Cocktail is a pre-mixed cocktail, bottled at 34%, developed by Jefferson's in collaboration with Esquire magazine and then editor-in-chief David Granger. The cocktail is built on Jefferson's 6-year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon, originally distilled to 125 proof and reduced to 82 proof, before being blended with sweet and dry vermouth in a 'Perfect Manhattan' style, along with barrel-aged spiced cherry bitters. After blending, the cocktail is aged a further roughly 4 months in used bourbon casks before bottling at 68 proof — a process that gives it a deeper, more integrated character than a freshly mixed Manhattan.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers Madeira, vanilla and a hint of spice.

Palate

The palate is complex with bitter herbs, vermouth and citrus.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, dry and spicy.

Specifications

Name: Jefferson The Manhattan Cocktail not Whisky
Bottler: Jefferson's
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Pre-mixed cocktail (Bourbon, vermouth, bitters)
ABV: 34%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Spicy · Dry · Complex · Herbal

Did you know?

The cocktail was developed in collaboration with Esquire magazine, and the extra barrel-ageing after blending is a technique normally used for whisky, applied here to a pre-mixed cocktail to give it more depth.

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An older label version of the classic — Old Version 3 shows how Jim Beam's design has evolved over the years.

Expert description

This 175 cl bottle is an older label edition of Jim Beam White Label Sour Mash Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 40%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The bottle is of interest to collectors of older Jim Beam packaging, since the recipe follows the classic White Label style.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers vanilla, caramel and a hint of oak.

Palate

The palate is soft and sweet with caramel, vanilla and a touch of pepper.

Finish

The finish is short to medium, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam White Label (Old Version 3)
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 175 CL
Old Version 3

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Vanilla · Caramel

Investment potential

Low to medium — older label versions can carry some collector value for Jim Beam enthusiasts, mainly due to the packaging.

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Bourbon as the base, apple as the point — a lighter, sweeter take on Jim Beam for anyone not drinking it neat.

Expert description

Jim Beam Apple is a bourbon-based liqueur, where Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey is infused with natural apple flavour. Bottled at 32.5%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended.

It's meant to be enjoyed on the rocks or in cocktails rather than neat like a regular bourbon.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is led by apple, caramel and vanilla from the bourbon base.

Palate

The palate is sweet with clear apple character over the bourbon's caramel and vanilla.

Finish

The finish is short and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam Apple
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Bourbon-based liqueur
ABV: 32.5%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Sweet · Apple · Light · Approachable

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Blacker label, longer ageing — the Black expression is Jim Beam's answer for anyone wanting a bit more depth than White Label.

Expert description

Jim Beam Black Extra Aged is a Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey aged longer than the core White Label, giving it more colour and depth. Bottled at 43%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The extra ageing time draws more character from the charred oak barrels, giving a darker, more complex profile.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is deeper than White Label, with caramel, dark vanilla and toasted oak.

Palate

The palate is full-bodied with caramel, spiced oak and a touch of dark fruit.

Finish

The finish is medium to long, warm with lingering oak spice.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam Black Extra Aged
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Deep · Caramel · Spiced · Full-bodied

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A souvenir decanter from 1971 tells a story a regular bottle never could — 150 years of Jim Beam captured in porcelain.

About the product

This Jim Beam commemorative decanter was made to mark the brand's 150th anniversary and its Indianapolis motif, originally filled with Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at 43%. It's a collector's piece from Jim Beam's long line of figural decanters, which the distillery has been known for over the decades.

Today it's mainly of interest as a collector's item and a decor piece rather than something to drink — always check condition and any remaining content before opening.

Bourbon as the base, honey as the point — a lighter, sweeter take on Jim Beam for anyone not drinking it neat.

Expert description

Jim Beam Honey is a bourbon-based liqueur, where Jim Beam Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey is infused with natural honey flavour. Bottled at 32.5%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended.

It's meant to be enjoyed on the rocks or in cocktails rather than neat like a regular bourbon.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is led by honey, caramel and vanilla from the bourbon base.

Palate

The palate is sweet with clear honey character over the bourbon's caramel and vanilla.

Finish

The finish is short and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam Honey
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Bourbon-based liqueur
ABV: 32.5%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Sweet · Honey · Light · Approachable

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Before Prohibition, rye was just as common as corn in American whiskey — this expression brings that recipe back.

Expert description

Pre-Prohibition Rye is a rye whiskey referencing the style from before American Prohibition (1920-1933), when rye-based whiskeys were far more common than today. Bottled at 40%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended.

It's made from a rye-dominant mash rather than Jim Beam's usual bourbon recipe, giving a spicier, drier profile.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is spicy with rye, pepper and a hint of citrus.

Palate

The palate is dry and spicy with pepper and rye, balanced by light sweetness from the barrel.

Finish

The finish is medium, spicy and warm.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam Pre-Prohibition Rye
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Rye Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Spicy · Dry · Pepper · Rye

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Twelve years is unusually long for a Jim Beam — the Signature range is where the brand shows what time does to bourbon.

Expert description

Jim Beam Signature 12 Year is a Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey aged for at least 12 years, notably longer than the core White Label and Black expressions. Bottled at 43%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The extended ageing brings more colour, depth and barrel influence than the younger expressions in the range.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is deep and complex with dark caramel, toasted oak and a hint of dried fruit.

Palate

The palate is full-bodied with caramel, spiced oak and a touch of nuts.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with lingering oak and spice.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam Signature 12 år
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Age: 12 years

Flavour profile

Deep · Complex · Caramel · Spiced · Full-bodied

Investment potential

Medium — 12 years is unusual for Jim Beam's core range, making the Signature series interesting to enthusiasts seeking more mature bourbon at an accessible price.

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The white label is where most Jim Beam stories start — the world's best-selling bourbon, according to the brand.

Expert description

Jim Beam White is a no-age-statement Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 40%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The whiskey matures in new, charred oak barrels as required by US law for straight bourbon, giving it a characteristic sweetness and vanilla note.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers vanilla, caramel and a hint of oak, light and approachable.

Palate

The palate is soft and sweet with caramel, vanilla and a touch of pepper, without sharp edges.

Finish

The finish is short to medium, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam White
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Vanilla · Caramel · Approachable

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An older label version of the classic — Old Version 4 shows how Jim Beam's design has evolved over the years.

Expert description

This 175 cl bottle is an older label edition of Jim Beam White Label Sour Mash Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 40%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The bottle is of interest to collectors of older Jim Beam packaging, since the recipe follows the classic White Label style.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers vanilla, caramel and a hint of oak.

Palate

The palate is soft and sweet with caramel, vanilla and a touch of pepper.

Finish

The finish is short to medium, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam White Label (Old Version 4)
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 175 CL
Old Version 4

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Vanilla · Caramel

Investment potential

Low to medium — older label versions can carry some collector value for Jim Beam enthusiasts, mainly due to the packaging.

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An older label version of the classic — Old Version 5 shows how Jim Beam's design has evolved over the years.

Expert description

This 175 cl bottle is an older label edition of Jim Beam White Label Sour Mash Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 40%. The Jim Beam distillery in Clermont, Kentucky, dates back to 1795, when Jacob Beam sold his first barrel of bourbon under the name "Old Jake Beam". The family has made bourbon in Kentucky for over 200 years and seven generations, and the brand took its current name in 1943 in honour of James Beauregard "Jim" Beam, who rebuilt the distillery in 120 days after Prohibition ended. The recipe is built on the Beam family's traditional mash of corn, rye and malted barley, a blend the family says has stayed largely unchanged across all seven generations.

The bottle is of interest to collectors of older Jim Beam packaging, since the recipe follows the classic White Label style.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers vanilla, caramel and a hint of oak.

Palate

The palate is soft and sweet with caramel, vanilla and a touch of pepper.

Finish

The finish is short to medium, warm and lightly spiced.

Specifications

Name: Jim Beam White Label (Old Version 5)
Distillery: Jim Beam
Region/Country: Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 40%
Size: 175 CL
Old Version 5

Flavour profile

Soft · Sweet · Vanilla · Caramel

Investment potential

Low to medium — older label versions can carry some collector value for Jim Beam enthusiasts, mainly due to the packaging.

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The name honours a tax inspector's legendary habit of 'sampling' the whiskey stocks.

Expert description

John E Fitzgerald Larceny 92 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a wheat-forward bourbon from Buffalo Trace Distillery, named after John E. Fitzgerald, a 19th-century tax inspector who, according to legend, had his own key to the warehouses and a fondness for 'borrowing' whiskey from the finest barrels, bottled at 46%.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose is soft with honey, bread and a hint of fruit.

Palate

The palate offers brown sugar, wheat bread and a soft sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, soft and round.

Specifications

Name: John E Fitzgerald Larceny 92 Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery
Region/Country: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
Type: Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Soft · Wheat-forward · Sweet · Round

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Blending is a craft in its own right, and this expression shows exactly why patience and a steady hand matter. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Blended Scotch Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Soft smoke, honey and ripe apple.

Palate

Toffee, spiced oak and a gentle smokiness.

Finish

Clean and gently smoky with lasting warmth.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Blended Scotch Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Black Label
EAN no.: 5000267024202

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Johnnie Walker's logo, the Striding Man, was sketched in 1908 by English illustrator Tom Browne in under ten minutes during a lunch with the company's directors.

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Behind every well-balanced blend sits a master blender who has tasted more casks than most drinkers will in a lifetime. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Blue Label James Jean Limited Edition Year of the Dragon 2024 Blended Scotch Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Soft smoke, honey and ripe apple.

Palate

Toffee, spiced oak and a gentle smokiness.

Finish

Clean and gently smoky with lasting warmth.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Blue Label James Jean Limited Edition Year of the Dragon 2024 Blended Scotch Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Blue Label James Jean Limited Edition Year of the Dragon 2024

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Investment Potential

High. As an artist-collaboration limited edition built on rare casks from closed distilleries, the Year of the Dragon release carries the value-appreciation potential typically seen with Blue Label special editions.

Did you know?

Artist James Jean is a Taiwanese-American illustrator who has designed album and book covers for the likes of Prada and the Batman comics before turning his brush to Johnnie Walker's dragon design.

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Blending is a craft in its own right, and this expression shows exactly why patience and a steady hand matter. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla, heather and a light smoky lift.

Palate

Balanced malt and grain sweetness with a mellow smoke.

Finish

Warm and rounded with a final malty note.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Blue Label
EAN no.: 5000267115245

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Diageo states that only around one in every 10,000 casks in its warehouses is judged good enough in character to be included in Johnnie Walker Blue Label.

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A great blend is never an accident — it is the sum of dozens of quiet decisions made over many years. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Malt, toffee and a whisper of peat.

Palate

Honey, malt and a light peppery spice.

Finish

Medium length with a soft smoky close.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Double Black Blended Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Double Black
EAN no.: 5000267116303

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Double Black was originally developed specifically for the travel retail market, but became so popular that it later joined Johnnie Walker's permanent global range.

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Behind every well-balanced blend sits a master blender who has tasted more casks than most drinkers will in a lifetime. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Malt, toffee and a whisper of peat.

Palate

Honey, malt and a light peppery spice.

Finish

Medium length with a soft smoky close.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Gold Label Reserve Blended Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Gold Label Reserve
EAN no.: 5000267117560

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Gold Label Reserve was kept out of public reach for more than 70 years after it was first blended in 1920, before it finally became available outside the company.

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Blending is a craft in its own right, and this expression shows exactly why patience and a steady hand matter. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is a Blended Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 43%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla, heather and a light smoky lift.

Palate

Balanced malt and grain sweetness with a mellow smoke.

Finish

Warm and rounded with a final malty note.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 43%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Green Label
EAN no.: 5000267096612

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Green Label is the only Blended Malt Scotch Whisky in Johnnie Walker's core range, while the other coloured labels are all traditional Blended Scotch Whisky.

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A great blend is never an accident — it is the sum of dozens of quiet decisions made over many years. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Red Label Blended Whisky 100 cl 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Soft smoke, honey and ripe apple.

Palate

Toffee, spiced oak and a gentle smokiness.

Finish

Clean and gently smoky with lasting warmth.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Red Label Blended Whisky 100 cl 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 100 CL
Edition: Red Label
EAN no.: 5000267013602

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Johnnie Walker stopped being blended in Kilmarnock after 2011, when production moved to Diageo's newer facilities, a change that caused considerable debate in Scotland at the time.

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Behind every well-balanced blend sits a master blender who has tasted more casks than most drinkers will in a lifetime. This Johnnie Walker release carries that philosophy into every glass.

Expert's description

Johnnie Walker Red Label Blended Whisky 40% is a Blended Scotch Whisky and bottled at 40%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Malt, toffee and a whisper of peat.

Palate

Honey, malt and a light peppery spice.

Finish

Medium length with a soft smoky close.

Specifications

Name: Johnnie Walker Red Label Blended Whisky 40%
Distillery: Johnnie Walker
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Red Label
EAN no.: 5000267014203

Flavour Profile

Rounded · Spiced

Did you know?

Johnnie Walker's distinctive slanted label was introduced in 1877 to make the bottle stand out on shelves, and the design remains largely unchanged to this day.

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On the small Scottish island of Jura, home to far more red deer than people, whisky has been distilled since 1810. This bottle is an older, discontinued bottling of Jura 10 Year Old - from a time when the label still carried the name The Isle of Jura Distillery Co. Ltd., and the bottle held a full litre rather than today's 70cl.

Expert Description

Jura 10 Year Old is an Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 43%.

The label states that the whisky is made with water from the Bhaille Mharghaidh spring on the island, and that the distillery in Craighouse has been distilling since 1810. Isle of Jura Distillery remains the only distillery on the island, and ownership has changed hands several times over the decades - from Invergordon Distillers in 1985 to Whyte & Mackay, who took over in 1993.

The colour has been adjusted with caramel, as stated directly on the label - a common practice at the time to keep the colour consistent from bottle to bottle.

As this is an older, discontinued bottling, no guarantee can be given regarding drinkability or fill level. Condition of label, capsule, and contents will vary from bottle to bottle, and this should be regarded primarily as a collector's item rather than an everyday dram.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Honey and ripe pears open the nose, with a trace of hay and a whisper of sea air in the background - typical of the lighter, less peated style found in older Isle of Jura bottlings.

Palate

Light and malty, with vanilla and sweetness, cut by a faint salty edge and a touch of smoke that never takes over.

Finish

Short to medium, dry and lightly salted, with a last note of honey.

Specifications

Name: Jura 10 Year Old Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1 Litre
Distillery: Isle of Jura Distillery
Region/Country: Islands, Scotland
Type: Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 43%
Size: 100 CL
Natural Colour: No
Distillation Method: Double Distilled
EAN No.: 5014366050222

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Honeyed · Lightly Salted · Gentle · Maritime

Did You Know?

Isle of Jura Distillery once had some of Scotland's tallest pot stills - a record only beaten when Glenmorangie built stills that were taller still.

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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 19 Year The Paps PX Finish Single Island Malt Whisky 45,6% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on ex-bourbon casks with a finish in used PX casks and bottled at 45,6%.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark chocolate, dried figs and a warm sherry depth.

Palate

Sultanas, cocoa and a rounded sherried sweetness.

Finish

Long and warming with a lingering spiced oak note.

Specifications

Name: Jura 19 Year The Paps PX Finish Single Island Malt Whisky 45,6%
Distillery: Jura
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 19 years
ABV: 45,6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon casks with a finish in used PX casks
Edition: The Paps
EAN no.: 5013967013186

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Smooth · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. 19 years is one of the longer maturation periods in Jura's core range, and the PX finish makes The Paps a more sought-after bottle than the distillery's younger core expressions.

Did you know?

The Paps of Jura can be seen from large parts of western Scotland on a clear day and historically served as a landmark for ships along the coast, long before the whisky carried their name.

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In a region crowded with famous names, Jura has quietly gone about its business for generations. This particular release from Island (Isle of Jura) shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Jura 2006/2019 Two-One-Two 13 Year Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky 47,5% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on chinkapin-egefad and bottled at 47,5%.

The whisky was distilled in 2006 and bottled in 2019.

Only 6,000 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh malt, orchard fruit and a light floral note.

Palate

Honey, pear and a mellow barley character.

Finish

Crisp and drying with a gentle spice.

Specifications

Name: Jura 2006/2019 Two-One-Two 13 Year Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky 47,5%
Distillery: Jura
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 47,5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Chinkapin-egefad
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Distilled: 2006
Bottled: 2019
Number of bottles: 6,000
Edition: Two-One-Two, No 1 Limited Edition Series
EAN no.: 5013967015654

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Spiced

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Chinkapin oak is an American oak species that grows faster than standard white oak and has a more porous grain, giving whisky a more intense and quicker cask influence.

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Some whiskies shout their pedigree from the label. This one from Jura prefers to let the liquid do the talking. This particular release from Island (Isle of Jura) shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Isle of Jura 2008/2022 Old Malt Cask 13 Year Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky 50% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on sherry Butt and bottled at 50%.

This bottling comes from Hunter Laing - Old Malt Cask, released as part of the Old Malt Cask range.

The whisky was distilled in October 2008 and bottled in February 2022.

Only 619 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Stewed fruit, walnut and a gentle sherry spice.

Palate

Christmas cake, orange peel and a spiced oak backbone.

Finish

Dry and nutty with a final touch of pepper.

Specifications

Name: Isle of Jura 2008/2022 Old Malt Cask 13 Year Single Island Malt Scotch Whisky 50%
Distillery: Jura
Bottler: Hunter Laing - Old Malt Cask
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 50%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry Butt
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: October 2008
Bottled: February 2022
Number of bottles: 619
Edition: Old Malt Cask
EAN no.: 5060354279311

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Spiced

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

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Some whiskies shout their pedigree from the label. This one from Jura prefers to let the liquid do the talking. This particular release from Island (Isle of Jura) shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Jura 2009/2022 Adelphi Selection 13 Year DK EDTION Single Island Scotch Whisky 55,1% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on sherryfad, fad ref. 700072 and bottled at 55,1%.

This bottling comes from Adelphi Selection, released as part of the Adelphi Selection, Exclusively Bottled for Denmark range.

The whisky was distilled in 23 January 2009 and bottled in 11 October 2022.

Only 293 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark chocolate, dried figs and a warm sherry depth.

Palate

Sultanas, cocoa and a rounded sherried sweetness.

Finish

Long and warming with a lingering spiced oak note.

Specifications

Name: Jura 2009/2022 Adelphi Selection 13 Year DK EDTION Single Island Scotch Whisky 55,1%
Distillery: Jura
Bottler: Adelphi Selection
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 55,1%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherryfad, fad ref. 700072
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 23 January 2009
Bottled: 11 October 2022
Number of bottles: 293
Edition: Adelphi Selection, Exclusively Bottled for Denmark

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. As an exclusive Denmark-only edition with only 293 bottles, personally selected by Adelphi's manager and Charles MacLean, this is a rare bottle for Danish Jura collectors.

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This Jura was bottled specifically for the Danish market, making it one of the most locally exclusive Adelphi releases whisky.dk has carried.

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Somewhere between the wash still and the warehouse, Jura built a reputation few casual drinkers ever hear about. This particular release from Island (Isle of Jura) shows a side of the distillery worth slowing down for.

Expert's description

Jura 2011/2022 James Eadie 11 Year Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46% is a Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured on first fill bourbon og refill barrels, fad nr. 451, 883 og 884 and bottled at 46%.

This bottling comes from James Eadie, released as part of the Small Batch range.

The whisky was distilled in 2011 and bottled in 2022.

Only 944 bottles were produced from this cask, making it a limited release for collectors.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla, honey and fresh green apple.

Palate

Honey, malt and a touch of ginger.

Finish

Crisp and drying with a light peppery edge.

Specifications

Name: Jura 2011/2022 James Eadie 11 Year Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky 46%
Distillery: Jura
Bottler: James Eadie
Region/Country: Island (Isle of Jura)
Type: Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 11 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: First fill bourbon og refill barrels, fad nr. 451, 883 og 884
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2011
Bottled: 2022
Number of bottles: 944
Edition: Small Batch
EAN no.: 5060485432029

Flavour Profile

Smooth · Spiced

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The James Eadie name dates back to a whisky firm founded in 1854 that was once among the largest in Britain, before being revived by a great-grandson more than a century later.

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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.

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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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