The whisky however changed as much as the appearance of the distillery and the taste became less peaty and more of a Highland character. The distillery finally reopened in 1963 providing jobs for a quarter of the male workforce on the island. The new distillery was built on the same location using some of the old ruined buildings. In about 1950, a few people on Jura got together and decided to restart the distillery, creating jobs for the island. In the early 1900’s the distillery was dismantled and the buildings became a ruin. The distillery was rebuilt in 1884 and produced 64,000 gallons per year back then. The whisky produced then was a peaty character, which differs considerably from the whisky produced today. Just a little history……. The Campbell’s from Jura built the distillery around 1810. So ended a day of lots of food, whisky and beer tasting, we would do it again, if the weather allowed us to □ Husband walking with an air of determination, there’s whisky in them there buildings □Īfter the signing, it was time to taste some more whisky and beer this time, to see if certain beers complimented the whisky. We had booked a tasting menu with different whiskies, a trip out on a speed boat drinking whisky with sea spray and tasting beer and whisky that matched each other. But back to Jura, the weather wasn’t great, but the whisky was flowing and we had a great time. We tried again this year 2018, and guess what, the ferry was cancelled again due to bad weather, we got our money back, but husband was just a little disappointed, but he did make up for it in some other distilleries. ![]() This trip was in 2016, in 2017 we tried to visit again, but the weather was too rough and the ferry was cancelled. ![]() ![]() It takes two ferries to get to Jura from Oban on the west coast of Scotland. It was only when husband asked, had I added it to the ‘Whisky Distillery Category’ …….well the answer was no, so hence the reason I am doing it now….he doesn’t ask for much, ferrying me around, just a nice meal and a glass, or rather a bottle of whisky for his collection now and again. I have posted about all the other distilleries that we visited on Islay, but for some reason, I had posted lots about Jura, but not the distillery visit. We were booked in for the Jura Festival and stayed on the island at the Jura Hotel, next door to the distillery. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.In May 2016, we visited the Islands of Islay and Jura, for the Whisky Festivals. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. ![]() We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.Ĭulture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. Isle of Jura Tourism Isle of Jura Hotels Isle of Jura Bed and Breakfast Isle of Jura Vacation Rentals Flights to Isle of Jura Isle of Jura Restaurants Things to Do in Isle of Jura Isle of Jura Travel Forum Isle of Jura Photos Isle of Jura Map. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special. Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.Ĭulture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful - and this is still in our DNA today. Contact Details 01496 820 385 Visit website Isle of Jura Distillery, Craighouse, Isle of Jura, PA60 7XT Social Channels Opening Times 2023 Opening Times - Note: Opening times are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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