Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2 vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryBruichladdichJura
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV70%47%
Age10 yr22 yr
Price£399£299
Rating5.00/5

Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value17/100

Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £399.

For beginners: Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (70%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£399 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £399)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Octomore?

Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Octomore 10 Year Old - X4+10 Concept 0.2

Coal-gasMedicinalOily

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Dried FruitOld WoodToasted

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