Jura 30 Year Old vs Yoichi 15 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jura 30 Year Old | Yoichi 15 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Yoichi |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 45% |
| Age | 30 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £699 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.53/5 |
Jura 30 Year Old
Yoichi 15 Year Old
Jura 30 Year Old
Yoichi 15 Year Old
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £799.
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 £799)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yoichi 15 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £699)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Yoichi?
Yoichi 15 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Yoichi 15 Year Old