Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Port Ellen
£416
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Jura |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 47% |
| Age | 25 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £416.14 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
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 £416.
For beginners: Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£416.14 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 £416.14)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) 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
Only Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road