Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature vs Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Dewar's
★ 5.00
£202
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Jura
£178
| Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature | Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Jura |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.6% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £201.99 | £177.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £178 vs £202.
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
- −More expensive (£201.99 vs £177.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£177.95 vs £201.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −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 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Only Jura 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 13518) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)