Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£384
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky
Jura
£375
| Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £383.95 | £375 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky
Quick verdict
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky is better value at £375 vs £384.
For beginners: Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£383.95 vs £375)
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£375 vs £383.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Mortlach 26 Year Old 1987 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Jura 1994 / 30 Year Old / Whisky Sponge 97 Island Whisky