J and B Rare

Description

J and B Rare is claimed to be the most popular Scotch whisky in Europe.  Unsuprisingly, with a total of over 6 million cases sold each year. Besides, this is a blend of 42 different whiskies,  and Giacomo Justerini created it back in 1749. Finally, it achieved its first Royal Warrant in 1760.

The Brooks name was added in the 19th Century when Alfred Brooks purchased the business. In addition, a Bordeaux and Burgundy importer that added fine wines to the Justerini and Brooks offerings.

Tasting Notes

Nose:  J and B Rare has a sweet, malt, vanilla, honey, cocoa and peaches scents on the nose.

Palate:   Sweet, peat, wood, honey, vanilla and fruits on the palate.

Finish:  With a honey, wood and vanilla aftertaste.

What some of our whisky loving friends have said about J and B Rare

Quote 1  “I truly enjoy this Scotch. Though I prefer my single malts, but this is affordable. However, I’m 70, I don’t taste well,  and I get a lot of taste from this scotch. But, I would put it way ahead of other “jug” Scotches.”

Quote 2  “This one was my late fathers choise. It’s now his two sons. One of the oldest whiskies and one that gets good credit from whiskey books. By the way, it’s perfect as a daily drink. But if I want a single malt, I’ll choose Highland park 12 or 18 for special occations. Could it be better?”

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