Jura 30 Year Old vs Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old
Jura
★ 5.00
£699
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)
Port Ellen
£849
| Jura 30 Year Old | Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Port Ellen |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 56.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £699 | £849 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £849.
For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £849)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£849 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 23 Year Old 1982 - Jumping Jack (Whisky Plus)