Isle of Jura

Brief Story of Jura Distillery

Jura Distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery located on the Isle of Jura in the Inner Hebrides off Scotland's west coast. The distillery is owned by Glasgow founded and based Whyte and Mackay, which in turn is owned by Philippines-based Emperador Inc. The distillery was founded in 1810 by Archibald Campbel, Laird of Jura. In 1884, the distillery was restored after falling into disrepair. It was decommissioned and dismantled around 1900. 

The distillery was rebuilt and expanded in the 1950s by the architects Lothian, Barclay, Jarvis & Boys, with input from whisky and distillery expert William Delmé-Evans, in order to revive the local economy. The project was completed in 1963, and included the installation of taller stills that allowed the distillery to produce a variety of malts.

Why is it a great choice?

Based on the Scottish island of Jura, which they describe as, “a magical haven where a sense of solitude pervades: one road, one pub, one community, one distillery,” Jura has combined the idea of magic into the structure of their company's story.

The question is, what is the experience of drinking the products of this brand like and how does it taste? Let's see what kind of products that this brand can offer to you as a consumer.

Let’s start with Isle of Jura Prophecy, It is a rich blend of peat smoke, sweet, spicy, and earthy flavors that will please your taste buds. Prophecy may have oversold itself as "heavily peated" to those looking for a peaty dram.

Next is Isle of Jura 10 years old, fresh notes of damp hay and soft, malty cereal notes characterize this product. Arak with floral tones, a hint of peat, and soft oak. Thick and full on the palate with more cereal, this time with a barley fudge sweetness, creamy smoothness, and a hint of aniseed. The finish is lengthy and peppery, with a hint of winter spice. 

Overall. This brand offers a diverse range of whiskies that are smooth, bright, and vibrant, exactly like the small island community that produces them.

Time to chug it up! Jura Distillery still has a lot of quality and flavorsome products being produced. If you're curious about the other products of the brand, you can purchase them here in our shop and get the opportunity to taste them. Add it to the cart and buy it online now!