Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection vs Jura 30 Year Old

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

Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic CollectionJura 30 Year Old
DistilleryGlen ElginJura
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.1%44%
Age22 yr30 yr
Price£699£699
Rating5.00/5

Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection

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).

Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.1%) — 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection 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 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

HoneyOld Wood

Only Glen Elgin-Glenlivet 22 Year Old 1971 - Cadenhead's Authentic Collection

NuttyMalt Extract

Only Jura 30 Year Old

ToastedDried Fruit

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