Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryRosebankJura
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47%
Age18 yr22 yr
Price£399£299
Rating5.00/5

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)

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: Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Rosebank?

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 614) - Chieftain's (Ian MacLeod)

SherriedVanillaHoney

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokeyToasted

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