Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger vs The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Jura
£230
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£299
| Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger | The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | GlenDronach |
| Region | Island | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £230.21 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger is better value at £230 vs £299.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£230.21 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £230.21)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Jura?
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger 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 GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Only The GlenDronach 12 Year Old - Sauternes Cask Finish