Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger vs Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Jura
£230
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£224
| Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger | Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Tomintoul |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 53.9% |
| Age | 30 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £230.21 | £223.7 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask is better value at £224 vs £230.
For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old 1990 (cask 9005283) - Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£230.21 vs £223.7)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£223.7 vs £230.21)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 1981 (cask 5985) - Vintage Single Cask 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
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