Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the RoadMacduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryJuraMacduff
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%48.7%
Age22 yr30 yr
Price£299£373
Rating5.00/5

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness44/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £373.

For beginners: Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

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 affordable (£299 vs £373)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 22 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£373 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Macduff?

Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitToasted

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Macduff 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 13918) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SherriedCooked FruitNutty

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