Jura 21 Year Old - Time vs The E&K 5 Year Old

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

Jura 21 Year Old - TimeThe E&K 5 Year Old
DistilleryJuraAdelphi
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV47.2%57.8%
Age21 yr5 yr
Price£199£124.95
Rating2.43/5

Jura 21 Year Old - Time

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The E&K 5 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value19/100

Jura 21 Year Old - Time

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The E&K 5 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The E&K 5 Year Old is rated higher (2.43 vs 0.00).

The E&K 5 Year Old is better value at £125 vs £199.

For beginners: Jura 21 Year Old - Time is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Jura 21 Year Old - Time

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (21 vs 5 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 vs £124.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 2.4)

The E&K 5 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (2.4/5)
  • +More affordable (£124.95 vs £199)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (57.8%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 21 Year Old - Time suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Who should buy The?

The E&K 5 Year Old 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

Only Jura 21 Year Old - Time

SmokeyToastedHoneyOld WoodSherried

Only The E&K 5 Year Old

Malt ExtractFresh FruitYeasty

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