Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port EllenJura 30 Year Old
DistilleryArdbegJura
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53%44%
Age10 yr30 yr
Price£847.5£699
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £848.

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

Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (53%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£847.5 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £847.5)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen 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

Only Ardbeg 10 Year Old 2000 (cask 1217) - Lord Robertson of Port Ellen

SmokeyMedicinalOily

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Old WoodToastedHoneyDried Fruit

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