Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 4.50
£444
| Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Laphroaig |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 41.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £299 | £444.11 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £444.
For beginners: Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
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 £444.11)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 22 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£444.11 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Only Laphroaig 27 Year Old (2017 Release)