Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)Jura 30 Year Old
DistilleryDalmoreJura
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%44%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£699£699
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value7/100

Jura 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £699.

For beginners: Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 30 Year Old 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

Old WoodToasted

Only Dalmore 21 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedVanillaCooked Fruit

Only Jura 30 Year Old

HoneyDried Fruit

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