Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Caol Ila
£399
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47% |
| Age | 21 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
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 £399.
For beginners: Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
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