Jura 30 Year Old vs Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance

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

Jura 30 Year OldBunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance
DistilleryJuraBunnahabhain
RegionIslandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44%45%
Age30 yr30 yr
Price£699£799
Rating5.00/5

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance

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 £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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£799 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Jura 30 Year Old

ToastedHoneyDried Fruit

Only Bunnahabhain 30 Year Old 1988 - New Acquaintance

SmokeyMossyMedicinalLeathery

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