Glenfarclas 30 Year Old vs Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glenfarclas 30 Year Old | Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Jura |
| Region | Speyside | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47% |
| Age | 30 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £632.95 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt
Quick verdict
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt is better value at £499 vs £633.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 28 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£632.95 vs £499)
Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt
Pros
- +More affordable (£499 vs £632.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt 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
Only Glenfarclas 30 Year Old
Only Jura 28 Year Old - Amoroso Sherry Butt