Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Cragganmore
£407
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
| Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cragganmore | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 47% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £406.57 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
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 £407.
For beginners: Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 22 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£406.57 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £406.57)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cragganmore?
Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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.
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
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Only Cragganmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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