Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old

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

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the RoadIchiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old
DistilleryJuraIchiro
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%58%
Age22 yr23 yr
Price£299£465.3
Rating5.00/51.50/5

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner35/100
Value3/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.50).

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £465.

For beginners: Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is more approachable (45/100 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 £465.3)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£465.3 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (1.5 vs 5.0)

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 Ichiro's?

Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokeyToasted

Only Ichiro's Malt Hanyu 23 Year Old

SherriedChocolateTobacco

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