Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Bowmore
£299
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Jura |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £299 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Quick verdict
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £299.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
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