Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019Jura 30 Year Old
DistilleryCaol IlaJura
RegionIslayIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.4%44%
Age22 yr30 yr
Price£699£699
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

Smoke64/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £699.

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

Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 22 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019 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

Dried FruitOld WoodHoney

Only Caol Ila 22 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2019

SmokeySherried

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Toasted

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