Midleton Very Rare 1997 vs Jura 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton Very Rare 1997 | Jura 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 44% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £999 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 1997
Jura 30 Year Old
Midleton Very Rare 1997
Jura 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £999.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 1997 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 1997
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jura 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £999)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 1997 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
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Only Midleton Very Rare 1997
Only Jura 30 Year Old