Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) vs Jura 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | Jura 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wemyss Malts | Jura |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £43.9 | £33.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.63/5 |
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Jura 12 Year Old
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Jura 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.63).
Jura 12 Year Old is better value at £33 vs £44.
For beginners: Jura 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.3)
Jura 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£33.3 vs £43.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.6 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 12 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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Only Jura 12 Year Old