Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)Jura 30 Year Old
DistilleryDrinks by the DramJura
RegionOther ScotchIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46.9%44%
AgeNAS30 yr
Price£799.95£699
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £800.

For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£799.95 vs £699)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £799.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Old?

Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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

Both taste of

Old WoodDried FruitToasted

Only Old & Rare Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

SherriedVanilla

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Honey

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