{"product_id":"jura-18-year-old","title":"Jura 18 Year Old","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJura Distillery, founded in 1810 and later revitalized in the 1960s, is the only whisky distillery on the Isle of Jura, a remote island in the Inner Hebrides. With fewer than 200 residents and more deer than people, Jura crafts whiskies shaped by maritime isolation and microclimate. It’s owned by Whyte \u0026amp; Mackay under Alliance Global and has gained a reputation for approachable island malts that balance fruit, light smoke, and accessible complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJura pursues a philosophy of balance, elegance, and easy drinkability. The 18 Year Old is positioned as the jewel of the Signature Series—steering into red wine-cask finishing for enhanced fruit character and structural balance. The goal: mature expression without heaviness, at a moderate proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade from 100% malted barley sourced in Scotland, fermented with traditional island yeast strains over long durations. Pure water is drawn from Loch a’Bhaile Mhargaidh, lending softness and gentle minerality characteristic of Jura malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eProduced in just two wash stills (24,500 L) and two spirit stills (15,500 L), all tall copper stills built onsite. Designed for maximum reflux, the distillation yields a refined, medium-bodied spirit with subtle smoke and waxy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMatured for 18 years in ex‑bourbon American white oak barrels, then finished for several months in Premier Grand Cru Classé Bordeaux red wine barriques. This finish adds depth of red fruit, spice and soft tannin without overwhelming the spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rosewood-gold bouquet of cooked raspberries, strawberries, crème anglaise, cinnamon, toffee and baking spice. Presents a light musty-leather or herbal note initially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Flavours of black forest fruit—brandied cherries, blackcurrant jam, dark chocolate, tropical fruit, cocoa, coffee and gentle sea salt. Waxy and soft on the mid-palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium length with tropical fruit and spice evolving into bitter chocolate, coffee, burnt sugar and briny oak tannin; a tiny waft of smoke lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePairs well with dark chocolate desserts, berry compote pastries, roasted nuts, mild blue cheese, or charcuterie featuring dried fruits and figs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eServe neat or with a drop of spring water in a Glencairn or tulip glass at 15–18 °C. Swirl gently to release complexity. Avoid ice to preserve nuanced red-fruit and spice layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eStore upright in a stable, cool, dark environment. At 44% ABV, the 18-year-old is fully mature—bottle aging offers minimal transformation. Consume within 1–2 years after opening to maintain aromatic vibrancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSingle malt Scotch whisky — 100% malted barley; lightly peated; matured in ex‑bourbon and red wine finish casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e44% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Telford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922279186646,"sku":null,"price":1099.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Jura18YearOld.png?v=1773668195","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/jura-18-year-old","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}