BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask
Benriach
£459
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47% |
| Age | 38 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £459.07 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask
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).
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £459.
For beginners: BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 22 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£459.07 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £459.07)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 38 Year Old 1976 (cask 541) - Bourbon Cask 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 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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