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

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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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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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A bourbon that gets straight to the point — clean, simple, no frills.

Expert description

Just Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey is an American Straight Bourbon Whiskey, bottled at 42%. The name signals the brand's philosophy: a straightforward bourbon without extra cask finishing or complicated backstories, made from a corn-based mash and matured in new charred oak casks in line with the US regulations for Straight Bourbon.

Tasting notes

Nose

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

Palate

The palate is round with brown sugar, honey and light spice.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, soft and sweet.

Specifications

Name: Just Bourbon American Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Region/Country: USA
Type: Straight Bourbon Whiskey
ABV: 42%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Sweet · Grainy · Round · Soft

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A Finnish idea born in a sauna became a tribute to rye's role in the country's history.

Expert description

Juuri Kyrö Rye Single Malt Spirit is a Finnish rye spirit, bottled at 46.3%, from Kyrö Distillery. The idea for the distillery emerged when five Finnish friends were sitting in a sauna drinking American rye whisky and wondered why no rye-based whisky distilleries existed in Finland, a country where rye has historically been a central crop. The distillery was registered in 2012 and built in an old dairy building in the village of Isokyrö. 'Juuri', meaning 'roots' in Finnish, is made entirely from whole rye grain, the most demanding grain to distil, highlighting rye's role in Finnish culture and agriculture.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers rye bread, spice and a hint of citrus.

Palate

The palate is spicy with rye grain, pepper and light sweetness.

Finish

The finish is medium to long, dry and spicy.

Specifications

Name: Juuri Kyro Rye Single Malt Spirit
Distillery: Kyrö
Region/Country: Isokyrö, Finland
Type: Rye Spirit
ABV: 46.3%
Size: 50 CL

Flavour profile

Spicy · Rye-forward · Dry · Citrus-forward

Did you know?

The idea for Kyrö Distillery emerged while the founders sat in a Finnish sauna drinking American rye whisky — they wondered why no one made rye whisky in Finland, where rye has played a central role in agriculture and culture for centuries.

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Named after India's third-highest peak, Kamet matures in the shadow of the Himalayas, a place where the extreme climate presses three cask types together into one whisky.

Expert's description

Kamet Single Malt India Whisky is a Single Malt India Whisky distilled at the foot of Mount Kamet in the Indian state of Haryana and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is a blend of three cask types: ex-bourbon casks of American oak, ex-wine casks of French oak and ex-sherry casks. The extreme climate at the foot of the Himalayas leaves a clear mark on the maturation, giving the whisky a complex, wine-like character.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose has a lively, wine-like fruitiness with spiced vanilla.

Palate

The palate develops from dried to fresh fruit notes, backed by vanilla and spice.

Finish

The finish offers a subtle touch of oak, vanilla and dark chocolate.

Specifications

Distillery: Piccadily Distillery
Region/Country: Haryana, India
Type: Single Malt India Whisky
ABV: 46 %
Size: 70 CL
Non-Chill Filtered: Yes
Natural Colour: Yes
EAN No.: 9808005173755

Flavour Profile

Wine-influenced · Fruity · Spicy · Complex

Did you know?

Kamet is named after India's third-highest peak and was created through a collaboration between Surrinder Kumar, often called "the father of Indian single malt", and American master blender Nancy Fraley.

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Where sherry casks give Kavalan darkness and body, the bourbon casks reveal a brighter, more direct side of the distillery.

Expert Description

Kavalan Bourbon Oak Matured is a Single Malt Whisky from Taiwan, bottled at 46%.

The whisky is matured exclusively in American bourbon casks from Kavalan Distillery in Yilan county. This cask type typically gives lighter colours and a more pronounced vanilla and coconut character than sherry casks, showing a different facet of the distillery's style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Vanilla, coconut and ripe tropical fruit.

Palate

Sweet and round with caramel and light honey.

Finish

Medium length and warm.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Bourbon Oak Matured
Distillery: Kavalan
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4710085218752

Flavour Profile

Sweet · Round · Tropical · Warm

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American bourbon casks, under US law, can only be used once for bourbon production, making them widely available and popular for maturing whisky worldwide, including at Kavalan.

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The same award-winning whisky as the standard bottle, but packaged in a gift box that makes it a natural choice when the whisky is meant as a present.

Expert Description

Kavalan Boxset Triple Sherry Cask Matured is a Single Malt Taiwan Whisky, bottled at 40%.

The whisky is identical to Kavalan Triple Sherry Cask Matured from Kavalan Distillery in Yilan county, but is supplied in a dedicated gift box. Maturation in three different sherry cask types gives the same layered, complex character as the standard edition.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins, dark chocolate and a light nutty note.

Palate

Round and sweet with sherry, caramel and ripe berries.

Finish

Medium length and warm.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Boxset Triple Sherry Cask Matured
Distillery: Kavalan
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour Profile

Round · Sweet · Nutty · Warm

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Kavalan has won more international awards than most other Asian distilleries, making their gift editions a popular choice for special occasions.

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Kavalan's foundational expression — subtropical maturation without an extra cask finish.

Expert description

Kavalan Classic Single Malt Taiwan Whisky is the distillery's core expression, matured in the subtropical climate without an extra cask finish, bottled at 40%. Kavalan Distillery was founded in 2005 by King Car Group in Yuanshan, Yilan County, Taiwan, and was the country's first whisky distillery. The name Kavalan is drawn from the old name for the Yilan area and the name of its indigenous people. The distillery is located where cold air from the Xueshan Mountains meets humid Pacific breezes, giving a unique subtropical microclimate and access to mineral-rich spring water. Since its first product launched in 2008, Kavalan has won over 950 gold medals in international spirits competitions.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers tropical fruit, vanilla and a hint of caramel.

Palate

The palate is sweet and full with tropical fruit, caramel and spiced oak.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, warm and lightly sweet.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Classic Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
Distillery: Kavalan Distillery
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL

Flavour profile

Tropical · Sweet · Full-bodied · Caramel

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Taiwan's warm, subtropical climate causes whisky to mature significantly faster than in Scotland, giving even relatively young Kavalan expressions surprising depth.

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Taiwan's subtropical climate and port casks — Concertmaster is Kavalan's best-known expression.

Expert description

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Taiwan Whisky is finished in port casks, giving a fruity, sweet character, bottled at 40%. This bottling is from 2013. Kavalan Distillery was founded in 2005 by King Car Group in Yuanshan, Yilan County, Taiwan, and was the country's first whisky distillery. The name Kavalan is drawn from the old name for the Yilan area and the name of its indigenous people. The distillery is located where cold air from the Xueshan Mountains meets humid Pacific breezes, giving a unique subtropical microclimate and access to mineral-rich spring water. Since its first product launched in 2008, Kavalan has won over 950 gold medals in international spirits competitions.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers red berries, caramel and a sweet port tone.

Palate

The palate is fruity and full with berries, caramel and a hint of spiced oak.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, sweet and lightly wine-toned.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
Distillery: Kavalan Distillery
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Finished in port casks

Flavour profile

Fruity · Sweet · Full-bodied · Wine-toned

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Taiwan's warm, subtropical climate causes whisky to mature significantly faster than in Scotland, meaning even young Kavalan expressions can show surprising depth.

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Taiwan's subtropical climate and port casks — Concertmaster is Kavalan's best-known expression.

Expert description

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Taiwan Whisky is finished in port casks, giving a fruity, sweet character, bottled at 40%. Kavalan Distillery was founded in 2005 by King Car Group in Yuanshan, Yilan County, Taiwan, and was the country's first whisky distillery. The name Kavalan is drawn from the old name for the Yilan area and the name of its indigenous people. The distillery is located where cold air from the Xueshan Mountains meets humid Pacific breezes, giving a unique subtropical microclimate and access to mineral-rich spring water. Since its first product launched in 2008, Kavalan has won over 950 gold medals in international spirits competitions.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers red berries, caramel and a sweet port tone.

Palate

The palate is fruity and full with berries, caramel and a hint of spiced oak.

Finish

The finish is medium-length, sweet and lightly wine-toned.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask Finish Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
Distillery: Kavalan Distillery
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Finished in port casks

Flavour profile

Fruity · Sweet · Full-bodied · Wine-toned

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Taiwan's warm, subtropical climate causes whisky to mature significantly faster than in Scotland, meaning even young Kavalan expressions can show surprising depth.

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On the humid plains of Yilan in Taiwan, where tropical heat pushes whisky to mature at record speed, Kavalan makes some of Asia's most awarded single malt.

Expert Description

Kavalan Distillery Select No 2 is a Single Malt Taiwan Whisky matured in a combination of American and European oak casks and bottled at 40%.

The bottle is the distillery's gateway expression - a signature blend of several cask types showing the breadth of Kavalan's style without losing the tropical maturation power the distillery is known for. Kavalan was founded in 2005 by the King Car Group and has won numerous international awards in under two decades.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tropical fruit and vanilla custard meet a light nutty tone and a touch of warm caramel.

Palate

Full-bodied and soft with honey, mango and a mild oak spice that ties it all together.

Finish

Medium length and warm, with a last note of dried fruit and light oak.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Distillery Select No 2
Distillery: Kavalan
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Taiwan Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4710085236749

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Creamy · Sweet · Smooth

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Taiwan's hot, humid climate matures whisky up to three times faster than in Scotland - a 3-year-old Kavalan can taste far older than its age suggests.

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Oloroso is the darkest and most full-bodied of the sherry styles, and in Taiwan's warm climate the whisky draws even more character from the cask in a shorter time.

Expert Description

Kavalan Oloroso Sherry Oak Matured is a Single Malt Whisky from Taiwan, bottled at 46%.

The whisky is matured in Oloroso sherry casks from Kavalan Distillery in Yilan county, founded in 2005. Oloroso is a dry, dark sherry style that gives deep colours and a rich, nutty sweetness, further intensified by Taiwan's subtropical climate.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark chocolate, raisins and a light nutty note.

Palate

Full-bodied with sherry, caramel and spicy oak.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Oloroso Sherry Oak Matured
Distillery: Kavalan
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4710085218738

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Nutty · Sweet · Warm

Did You Know?

Oloroso sherry is deliberately oxidised during its own maturation in Spain, giving it the dark, nutty tones that are later transferred to the whisky during finishing.

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This release was chosen specifically for the Danish market - a Danish-selected single cask bottling from one of Taiwan's most award-winning distilleries.

Expert Description

Kavalan Selection Juuls Bourbon Cask is a Single Malt Whisky from Taiwan, bottled at 57.1%.

Kavalan Distillery was founded in 2005 in Yilan county on Taiwan's east coast, where the humid subtropical air gives a fast, intense maturation. This particular cask selection was made in collaboration with the Danish importer Juul's Vin & Spiritus.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tropical fruit, vanilla and an intense caramel sweetness.

Palate

Powerful with mango, honey and spicy oak.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering sweetness.

Specifications

Name: Kavalan Selection Juuls Bourbon Cask
Distillery: Kavalan
Region/Country: Yilan, Taiwan
Type: Single Malt Whisky
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 4710085208432

Flavour Profile

Powerful · Tropical · Sweet · Spicy

Did You Know?

Kavalan Distillery has won more international awards in just two decades than many traditional Scottish distilleries have achieved in over a hundred years.

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