Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Jura
£784
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Jura |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 51.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £783.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £784.
For beginners: Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £783.5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£783.5 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Isle?
Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Isle of Jura 33 Year Old 1989 (cask 1580) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)