Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy DramJura 30 Year Old
DistilleryGlengoyneJura
RegionHighlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV54.4%44%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£999£699
Rating5.00/5

Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £999.

For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£999 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £999)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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

Both taste of

Dried FruitHoneyOld Wood

Only Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram

SherriedTobacco

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Toasted

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