Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 vs Jura 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 | Jura 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 44% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £799 | £699 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Jura 30 Year Old
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Jura 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £799.
For beginners: Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 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 £799)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 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 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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