Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014 vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryGlenfiddichJura
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43.2%47%
Age21 yr22 yr
Price£250£299
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014

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).

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014 is better value at £250 vs £299.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£250 vs £299)

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)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 21 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £250)

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

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

Old Wood

Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Gran Reserva - Pre 2014

SherriedVanillaCooked Fruit

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Dried FruitSmokeyToasted

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