Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke vs Jura 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke | Jura 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 44% |
| Age | 31 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £691.5 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke
Jura 30 Year Old
Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke
Jura 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke is better value at £692 vs £699.
For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£691.5 vs £699)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jura 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £691.5)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 31 Year Old - Shades Of Smoke 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 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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