The Whisky Exchange Isle of Jura 1999, 5 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 43 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Leafy bonfires in autumn. Pine logs. Palate Starts sweet and nutty. Development of oily, soothing, smoky flavours. Finish Firm, gripping, balsamic. Appetising. Comment Why wasn't this done years ago? More please. Captivating.

Dave Broom Nose Straw-like, then immensely smoky; chimney sweep's sack, engine oil. Water calms it down, brings out lentil, sweetness, pine wood and a zestiness. Palate A fug of smoke. Thankfully there's a sweetness beneath and a bracken-like note to balance. Finish Smoke and more smoke. Tarry. Comment Jura's manager Michael Heads worked at Laphroaig. A coincidence? More please!