Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Caol Ila
£225
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Jura |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 47% |
| Age | 20 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £225 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
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).
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) is better value at £225 vs £299.
For beginners: Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£225 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £225)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 20 Year Old 1990 (The Syndicate) 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
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