{"product_id":"bardstown-bourbon-company-lochs-of-jura-barrel-finish","title":"Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish 750mL","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_8 et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_7 et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f59d525 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend of Straight Bourbon \u0026amp; Rye Whiskeys Finished in Single Malt Scotch Whisky Barrels | 52% ABV | 104 Proof | 750mL | 32-Month Finish | 84% Ex-Bourbon Scotch Casks \u0026amp; 16% Ex-Sherry Scotch Casks | 2026 Limited Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish is a limited 2026 release that brings together mature American whiskey and casks from the remote \u003cstrong\u003eIsle of Jura, Scotland\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bardstown created a bespoke blend of straight bourbon and rye whiskeys before transferring the blend into barrels previously used to mature Jura single malt Scotch whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey spends an additional \u003cstrong\u003e32 months\u003c\/strong\u003e in these Scotch casks—an unusually extensive finishing period designed to allow the American whiskey and residual single malt character to fully integrate. The finishing program uses \u003cstrong\u003e84% ex-bourbon and 16% ex-Sherry Scotch whisky barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a layered combination of caramel and American whiskey spice with ripe fruit, soft malt, subtle smoke, and maritime character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e52% ABV (104 proof)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lochs of Jura opens with vanilla crème, blackberry compote, toasted oak, mint, and cigar box before developing fresh spearmint, caramel, cinnamon spice, and fruit-forward Sherry notes. The release earned an exceptional \u003cstrong\u003e99 points and Best American Whiskey at the 2026 International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla crème, blackberry compote, fresh mint, toasted oak, and cigar box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh spearmint, rich caramel, light cinnamon spice, ripe fruit, soft malt, and subtle Scotch-influenced smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and rounded with fruit-forward Sherry notes, caramel, oak, spice, and lingering maritime character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes It Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bespoke \u003cstrong\u003eblend of straight bourbon and rye whiskeys\u003c\/strong\u003e finished in single malt Scotch whisky barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScotch finishing casks were sourced from the remote \u003cstrong\u003eIsle of Jura, Scotland\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinished for an extensive \u003cstrong\u003e32 months\u003c\/strong\u003e before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses a precise finishing-cask combination of \u003cstrong\u003e84% ex-bourbon and 16% ex-Sherry barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e previously used to mature single malt Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e104 proof (52% ABV)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombines classic American whiskey notes of caramel and spice with \u003cstrong\u003eripe fruit, soft malt, subtle smoke, and maritime character\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial tasting profile features \u003cstrong\u003evanilla crème, blackberry compote, mint, toasted oak, cigar box, spearmint, caramel, and cinnamon\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAwarded \u003cstrong\u003e99 points and Best American Whiskey at the 2026 IWSC Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of Bardstown Bourbon Company's limited \u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Finish \/ Collaborative Series\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures original label artwork by \u003cstrong\u003eLouisville artist Margaret Archambault\u003c\/strong\u003e, created after experiencing the whiskey's aroma, flavor, and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive choice for collectors interested in \u003cstrong\u003eScotch cask-finished American whiskey, Bardstown Bourbon Company releases, and limited barrel-finished whiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish neat first to experience the full interaction between the bourbon-and-rye blend and the Scotch whisky casks. Allow the whiskey several minutes to rest so the blackberry, vanilla crème, spearmint, caramel, toasted oak, and subtle malt characteristics can develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 104 proof, a few drops of water can reveal additional fruit, malt, and Sherry influence while softening the oak and cinnamon spice. It also drinks well over a large ice cube, though tasting it neat first provides the clearest view of the distinctive 32-month Jura cask finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish is a limited blend of straight bourbon and rye whiskeys finished for \u003cstrong\u003e32 months in barrels previously used to mature single malt Scotch whisky on the Isle of Jura\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat barrels are used for Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whiskey is finished in a combination of \u003cstrong\u003e84% ex-bourbon and 16% ex-Sherry casks\u003c\/strong\u003e that previously held single malt Scotch whisky from the Isle of Jura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish finished in Scotch casks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish spends an additional \u003cstrong\u003e32 months in single malt Scotch whisky barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the finishing casks significant time to influence the mature American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e104 proof, equivalent to 52% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish is available directly from The Barrel Tap, a trusted online source for Bardstown Bourbon Company, barrel-finished whiskey, limited bourbon releases, and premium American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bardstown Bourbon Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49103164670177,"sku":"810183690277","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0416\/3023\/6825\/files\/BardstownBourbonCompanyLochsofJuraBarrelFinish750mL.webp?v=1789225334","url":"https:\/\/www.thebarreltap.com\/products\/bardstown-bourbon-company-lochs-of-jura-barrel-finish","provider":"The Barrel Tap","version":"1.0","type":"link"}