Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask vs Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First CaskJura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
DistilleryImperialJura
RegionSpeysideIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%47%
Age19 yr22 yr
Price£399£299
Rating5.00/5

Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value17/100

Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £399.

For beginners: Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£399 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 £399)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Imperial?

Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask 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 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Imperial 19 Year Old 1995 - First Cask

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Dried FruitSmokeyOld Wood

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