Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) vs Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie

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

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie
DistilleryJack Daniel'sJura
RegionIsland
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeTennesseeSingle Malt
ABV64.5%53.7%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£69.95£70.5
Rating5.00/5

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Smoke62/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value71/100

Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £71.

For beginners: Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£69.95 vs £70.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water

Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£70.5 vs £69.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

ToastedVanillaTobaccoOilyCoal-gas

Only Jura 13 Year Old 2012 (cask 386652) - James Eadie

SherriedDried FruitHoneyOld WoodLeathery

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