Cask Trade Jura 16 Year Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a rare single cask release from Scotland's Isle of Jura, bottled at cask strength 57.1% ABV after sixteen years of patient maturation in an ex-bourbon barrel. Distilled on April 15th, 2009, this island whisky captures the rugged beauty of Jura's windswept landscape in every drop.

The independent bottlers at Cask Trade have selected an exceptional cask from Jura Distillery, nestled on the remote Hebridean island where ancient mountains meet the restless Atlantic. Here, where red deer roam freely and the population of whisky barrels outnumbers human residents, this single malt absorbed the essence of sea spray and Highland air through sixteen winters of island aging.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Maritime brine, honeyed peat smoke, dried heather, coastal bramble, vanilla oak
• Palate: Sweet malt, salted caramel, wild herbs, citrus zest, charred oak spices
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering peat smoke, sea salt, and honey-drizzled oatcakes

Product Details

Perfect For

• Neat contemplation: Savoring slowly by the fireside on stormy evenings
• Whisky enthusiasts: Adding a rare island expression to your collection
• Special occasions: Celebrating milestones with something truly unique
• Highland gatherings: Sharing stories of Scotland's remote islands

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Cask Trade Jura 16 Year taste like?

This island single malt offers a complex balance of maritime character and ex-bourbon sweetness. The nose reveals coastal brine and honeyed peat, while the palate delivers sweet malt and salted caramel with wild herb complexity. The long finish carries lingering peat smoke and sea salt that speaks to Jura's island heritage.

Should I drink this Jura whisky neat or with water?

At 57.1% ABV, this cask strength whisky benefits from a few drops of water to open up its full flavor profile. Start neat to appreciate its full intensity, then add spring water gradually to find your preferred strength. The maritime character becomes more pronounced as it opens up.

How does this compare to regular Jura expressions?

This Cask Trade bottling offers more intensity and complexity than standard Jura releases due to its single cask nature and higher proof. While maintaining Jura's signature island character, the 16-year maturation in ex-bourbon barrels adds layers of vanilla sweetness and oak spice not found in younger expressions.

Is this Jura 16 Year worth the investment?

Single cask releases from respected island distilleries like Jura represent excellent value for collectors and enthusiasts. The 16-year age statement, cask strength bottling, and limited availability make this a worthwhile addition to any serious whisky collection, especially for those seeking authentic island character.

What makes Jura Distillery unique?

Jura Distillery sits on the Isle of Jura, a remote Hebridean island with more deer than people. The distillery's isolation, combined with the island's microclimate of sea air and mountain winds, creates distinctive maturation conditions that impart the characteristic maritime notes found in all Jura whiskies.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.