Prometheus 28 Year Old vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Prometheus 28 Year OldJura 30 Year Old
DistilleryThe Glasgow Distillery Co.Jura
RegionLowlandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53%44%
Age28 yr30 yr
Price£687.17£699
Rating5.00/5

Prometheus 28 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Prometheus 28 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Prometheus 28 Year Old is better value at £687 vs £699.

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

Prometheus 28 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£687.17 vs £699)

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 28 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £687.17)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Prometheus?

Prometheus 28 Year Old 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 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 Wood

Only Prometheus 28 Year Old

SmokeySherriedCooked FruitLeathery

Only Jura 30 Year Old

ToastedHoneyDried Fruit

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