Jura 30 Year Old vs Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old
Jura
★ 5.00
£699
Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two
Balvenie
£926
| Jura 30 Year Old | Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Balvenie |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 61.8% |
| Age | 30 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £699 | £925.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 30 Year Old
Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two
Jura 30 Year Old
Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £926.
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 £925.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£925.95 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 Balvenie?
Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two 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 Balvenie 19 Year Old 1997 (cask 7951) - The Balvenie DCS Compendium Chapter Two