{"product_id":"bardstown-bourbon-company-lochs-of-jura-barrel-finish-whiskey","title":"Bardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish Whiskey","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBardstown Bourbon Company Lochs of Jura Barrel Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e is a remarkable limited-release American whiskey that bridges mature Kentucky and Indiana whiskey with the character of Scotland’s remote Isle of Jura. Created from a bespoke blend of \u003cstrong\u003e10- to 12-year-old straight bourbon and rye whiskeys\u003c\/strong\u003e, the blend undergoes an unusually long \u003cstrong\u003e32-month finish in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks previously used to mature single malt Scotch whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recipe combines \u003cstrong\u003e49% 11-year-old Indiana bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e30% 10-year-old Indiana rye\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e21% 12-year-old Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Indiana bourbon uses a 75% corn, 21% rye, 4% malted barley mash bill; the Indiana rye is 95% rye and 5% malted barley; and the Kentucky bourbon is built from 75% corn, 13% rye, and 12% malted barley. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Lochs of Jura especially distinctive is the length and character of the finishing process. Bardstown Bourbon Company rested the whiskey for nearly three years in a combination of \u003cstrong\u003eex-bourbon and ex-sherry Scotch casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the finishing barrels to contribute \u003cstrong\u003eripe fruit, soft malt, subtle smoke, and maritime character\u003c\/strong\u003e while preserving the mature American whiskey foundation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e104 proof \/ 52% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, Lochs of Jura delivers a layered profile of \u003cstrong\u003espiced vanilla, orange peel, caramel, chocolate, nutmeg, mature oak, fruit, and malt\u003c\/strong\u003e. The International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition awarded the whiskey an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003e99 points and Gold Outstanding\u003c\/strong\u003e, the highest score awarded in the competition’s 2026 North American judging. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle also features commissioned artwork by Louisville artist \u003cstrong\u003eMargaret Archambault\u003c\/strong\u003e, who created an original visual interpretation inspired by the aroma, flavor, and texture of the whiskey. This combination of mature whiskey, extended Scotch-cask finishing, limited availability, and distinctive presentation makes Lochs of Jura an exceptional choice for \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican whiskey collectors, Scotch enthusiasts, Bardstown Bourbon Company fans, and premium whiskey gifting\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026 Bardstown Bourbon Company limited release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of straight bourbon and straight rye whiskeys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiskey components aged \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e32-month Scotch whisky barrel finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished in 84% ex-bourbon and 16% ex-sherry casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCasks sourced from Scotland’s remote \u003cstrong\u003eIsle of Jura\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e104 proof \/ 52% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e750mL bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e99 Points \/ \u003cstrong\u003eIWSC Gold Outstanding 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest-scoring whiskey in the 2026 IWSC North American judging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal label artwork by Louisville artist Margaret Archambault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich fruit, malt, chocolate, citrus, spice, oak, and subtle smoke character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spiced vanilla, \u003cstrong\u003ezesty orange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e, caramel, soft malt, ripe fruit, and mature oak with hints of cocoa and gentle smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich orange, caramel, \u003cstrong\u003echocolate, nutmeg, baking spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, honeyed malt, berries, and warm wood spice. The rye component adds structure while the Scotch casks bring fruit and malty depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, bright, and increasingly dry with lingering fruit, oak, subtle smoke, spice, and a sweet-tangy edge. IWSC judges highlighted its balance of cinnamon, vanilla, citrus, caramel, chocolate, nutmeg, and warm wood spice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe \u003cstrong\u003eLochs of Jura Barrel Finish neat\u003c\/strong\u003e in a Glencairn or tulip-shaped whiskey glass and give it several minutes to open. The long Scotch-cask finish rewards slow tasting, revealing layers of citrus, fruit, malt, chocolate, oak, and spice as the whiskey rests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 104 proof, a few drops of water can bring additional fruit and malt forward while softening the oak and rye spice. A single large cube also works well for a slower, evolving pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis expression is especially compelling in a comparative tasting alongside mature bourbon, rye, and single malt Scotch, where the influence of each whiskey tradition becomes easier to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bardstown Lochs of Jura a bourbon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Although bourbon makes up the majority of the blend, Lochs of Jura also contains straight rye whiskey. The finished product is therefore properly described as a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of straight whiskeys finished in single malt Scotch whisky barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, not bourbon. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat whiskeys are in the blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe recipe is \u003cstrong\u003e49% 11-year Indiana bourbon, 30% 10-year Indiana rye, and 21% 12-year Kentucky bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is Lochs of Jura barrel finished?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whiskey spends an additional \u003cstrong\u003e32 months\u003c\/strong\u003e in Scotch whisky casks after the component whiskeys are blended. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of finishing barrels are used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe finish uses a combination of \u003cstrong\u003eex-bourbon and ex-sherry barrels previously used for single malt Scotch whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced from the Isle of Jura. The reported mix is 84% ex-bourbon and 16% ex-sherry. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat proof is Bardstown Lochs of Jura?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is bottled at \u003cstrong\u003e104 proof \/ 52% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is the whiskey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe American whiskey components are between \u003cstrong\u003e10 and 12 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e before undergoing the 32-month secondary maturation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid Lochs of Jura win an award?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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