Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

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

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the RoadTeaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
DistilleryJuraTeaninich
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%65%
Age22 yr23 yr
Price£299£344.14
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

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

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner35/100
Value15/100

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 22 Year Old - One for the Road is better value at £299 vs £344.

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
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £344.14)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (65%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£344.14 vs £299)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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 Teaninich?

Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts 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 22 Year Old - One for the Road

Dried FruitSmokeyOld WoodToasted

Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts

Hay-likeLeafyMalt ExtractVegetativeFresh Fruit

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