Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)

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

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the RoadPort Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)
DistilleryJuraPort Ellen
RegionIslandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%51%
Age22 yr25 yr
Price£299£416.14
Rating5.00/5

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)

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 £416.

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)
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £416.14)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (51%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£416.14 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Port?

Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell) 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

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Dried FruitToasted

Only Port Ellen 25 Year Old (cask 2471) (Old Bothwell)

MedicinalLeatheryKippery

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