Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jura
£178
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Dewar's
★ 5.00
£202
| Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Dewar's |
| Region | Island | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.6% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £177.95 | £201.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Quick verdict
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £178 vs £202.
For beginners: Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£177.95 vs £201.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£201.99 vs £177.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Dewar's?
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature