Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Jura
★ 5.00
£299
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012
Springbank
£250
| Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road | Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Springbank |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 59.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012
Quick verdict
Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012 is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is more approachable (45/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Longrow?
Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012 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
Both taste of
Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road
Only Longrow 9 Year Old 2002 - Open Day 2012