Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1Jura 30 Year Old
DistilleryBowmoreJura
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.8%44%
Age21 yr30 yr
Price£599£699
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner50/100
Value8/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 is better value at £599 vs £699.

For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£599 vs £699)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.8%) — may need water

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £599)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyDried FruitOld Wood

Only Bowmore 21 Year Old Aston Martin - Masters' Selection Edition 1

SmokeySherried

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Toasted

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