Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve vs Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Jura
£230
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £199 | £230.21 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £230.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£199 vs £230.21)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£230.21 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Only Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger