Jura 12 year old

 

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel. 

SJ's Rating- Middle shelf 

It is an ok drink, did not meet my expectation to be on the top spot. A decent, easy-to-drink whisky. 

Occasion- Saturday night movie

SJ's Pro tip- Try other expressions of Jura

Alternates- Jura Turas Mara

Cocktails- N/A

Food Pairing- Chinese food. Crisp, spicy food went well with the neutral taste of this whisky

Feel(After Drinking)- Content 😎

The second segment(Technical details that are mostly available on a google search)

About the distillery, from the website "Our distillery was established in 1810 and reborn in 1963 to bring back life to the island and the community.Today, almost every family on the island has a member who works in the distillery, with our distillery, or in whisky-related tourism".  

Jura distillery does have a robust history and it's commitment to the island and its economy is duly noted!

About Jura 12. It is matured in Ameican white oak ex-bourbon barrels for 12 years and finished in Oloroso Sherry cask from Jerez Spain. More about Oloroso in Glenlivet Nadurra Oloroso cask

It is some hint of sherry in it but does not really come out that well. 

Vital stats- Jura 12 years old Single Malt Scotch 

Price- $41.49

Age- 12 years

ABV- 40%

Region- Island of Jura

Distillery- The Isle of Jura Distillery, Scotland

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky glass

Serving style- On the rocks

Appearance- Dark amber

Aroma- Smokey, fruity, sherry

Flavor- Chocolate, hint of sherry,fruits, spicy

Body- Medium

Finish- Not long, warm non lingering

Though middle shelf, I still enjoyed sampling this whisky. Give it a shot and let me know. 

Cheers! 🥃🥃🥃 Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Bandipur Blended Malt -Whisky from Nepal

 

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel. 

SJ's Rating- Middle Shelf 

I was not impressed by the taste, does not meet the expectation. 

Occasion- Dinner at a friend's place

SJ's Pro tip-  Packaging is excellent and amazing as a gift item.

Alternates- Himalayan Tiger from Nepal is much flavorful

Cocktails- N/A

Food pairing- Nepali food

Feel(After Drinking)- Not satisfied

The second segment(Technical details that are mostly available on a google search)

This is my third post related with liquor from Nepal. I have previously posted Khukuri rum & Old Durbar. Bandipur Blended Malt- There is almost no information available on the internet about the distillery. In my analysis, it is like a private label scotch. Whisky is imported in barrels from Scotland but filled in bottles with a label on it, in this case Bandipur. 

Reads the product story "Nepal's first 100% pure blended malt whisky. Made exclusively in small batches in collaboration with Macduff International ". Not clear what it is blended with? The website is not accessible so not much information there. The taste will feel familiar because it is Scotch but just labeled differently!

Too much analysis, now its time to taste it. Enjoy my tasting notes! 

Vital Stats- Bandipur Blended malt Scotch Whisky

Price- $44.86 for 750ml(Price in Nepal)

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 42.8%

Region- Nepal

Distillery- Avanish Distillery in collaboration with Macduff International 

Awards won- None found

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Glencairn glass

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Medium gold

Aroma- Light fruits, oak. Very subtle aroma

Flavor- Fruits, oak, sweet

Body- Medium

Finish- Short, non-lingering

I enjoyed sampling this bad boy from Nepal. Not the best but definitely one to add to the whisky cabinet. Hope, this one finds your way even though not an easy catch. Cheers 🥃🥃🥃! Enjoy Responsibly. 

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Jameson Black Barrel Irish Whiskey

 

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel. 

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf 

A great twist on the regular Jameson. Has an amazing taste especially good if you like bourbon since it is matured in American ex-bourbon barrels. 

Occasion- Friday with friends

SJ's Pro tip- Refreshing change from regular scotch

Alternates- Jameson Caskmates, just as refreshing with a hint of beer

Cocktails- Old Fashioned

Food Pairing- Boiled fish & rice

Feel(After Drinking)- Delighted 😇

The second segment(Technical details that are mostly available on a google search)

Reads product label " Double charring the wood fires up the barrels and gives them new life. Untold richness and complexity awaits in every drop of Jameson Black Barrel.It is perfect on its own or on the rocks but it's also commonly known as the best whiskey for an Old Fashioned".

I agree with most of the product story, I have not tried an Old Fashioned with an Irish whiskey though! The base ingredient for an old fashioned is bourbon.  The interesting thing is that the barrels used for aging this Irish whiskey is ex-bourbon barrels which makes sense. 

I will try an old-fashioned with this Jameson and will post in my future blogs! For now enjoy my tasting notes! 

Vital stats- Jameson Black Barrel Irish Whiskey

Price-  $34.99 for 750ml

Age- NAS(No Age Statement)

ABV- 40%

Region- Ireland

Distillery- Jameson Distillery Midleton, Midleton, Cork,Ireland

Awards won- Best Irish Whiskey 2021, International Spirits Competition 

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Whisky tumbler

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Rich dark amber

Aroma- Toast, Vanilla, fruits, chocolate, spice

Flavor- Spicy, fruity, chocolate, vanilla, toasted wood

Body- Full

Finish- Warm, spicy, medium linger

Single Malters you must give this one a shot and break from your regular scotch routine! 

Cheers!🥃🥃🥃 Enjoy responsibly!

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Lagavulin 16

 

The first segment(Mostly not available on google search)

Occasions, tips, alternates, cocktails, food pairings, SJ's Rating, Feel. 

SJ's Rating- Top Shelf

Great! just as expected for a 16-year-old smokey single malt. Loved the richness and layers of flavor it imparted. The interesting thing about it is that even though it has a peaty flavor, the other flavors shine through and are not overpowered by smokiness. It is very balanced. 

Occasion- Friend's housewarming party

SJ's Pro tip- Goes well with food

Alternates- Benriach 12

Cocktails- N/A

Food pairing- Nepali food

Feel(After drinking)- Satisfied

The second segment(Technical details that are mostly available on a google search)

The website of Lagavulin claims "Lagavulin is said to be one of the oldest distilleries on Islay and is world-renowned for its smoky, peaty whiskies". 

Reads the product label "Revered by connoisseurs and experts, Lagavulin is known as the king of Islay. It is an essential scotch whisky that any connoisseur or enthusiast must have in their collection; one of the world's favorite Malt Whiskies. Aged in oak casks for at least 16 years, this much sought-after Single Malt has the massive peat-smoke flavor that's typical of southern Islay while also offering richness and a dryness that turns into a truly interesting dram."

As a connoisseur and expert myself I attest to every word in this product story. 

Enough said, time to devour this delicious pour, enjoy my tasting notes. 

Vital stats- Lagavulin 16 Single Malt Scotch 

Price- $103.99 for 750ml

Age- 16 years

ABV- 43%

Region- Islay

Distillery- Lagavulin Distillery, Islay, Scotland

Awards won- Best single malt scotch 13-17 yrs, 2014, International Whisky Competition 

Tasting info-

Serving glass- Party plastic tumbler

Serving style- Neat

Appearance- Dark amber

Aroma- Peat, dark chocolate, fruits

Flavor- Smokey, hints of dark chocolate & fruits

Body- Full

Finish- Warm, spicy long, and lingering

I really enjoyed drinking this and hope you will too. Cheers! Enjoy Responsibly. 

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