Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature vs Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky

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

Dewar's 25 Year Old SignatureJura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky
DistilleryDewar'sJura
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£201.99£252
Rating5.00/5

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value25/100

Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is better value at £202 vs £252.

For beginners: Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£252 vs £201.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Dewar's?

Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaHoney

Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature

Old WoodSherriedDried Fruit

Only Jura 1990 / 30 Year Old / Artful Dodger Island Whisky

Cooked FruitToastedOily

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