Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%)Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryBruichladdichJura
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.4%47%
Age28 yr22 yr
Price£229.95£299
Rating5.00/5

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value17/100

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%) is better value at £230 vs £299.

For beginners: Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£229.95 vs £299)
  • +Longer maturation (28 vs 22 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £229.95)

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Bruichladdich 28 Year Old 1990 (Master of Malt) (48.4%)

SherriedChocolateCooked Fruit

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokeyOld Wood

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