Braastad Extra Cognac vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Braastad Extra CognacJura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryBraastadJura
RegionIsland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%47%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£239£299
Rating5.00/5

Braastad Extra Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value17/100

Braastad Extra Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Braastad Extra Cognac is better value at £239 vs £299.

For beginners: Braastad Extra Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Braastad Extra Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£239 vs £299)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £239)

Who should buy Braastad?

Braastad Extra Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Braastad Extra Cognac

NuttyTobaccoHoney

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokeyOld Wood

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