Jura 30 Year Old vs Longrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon

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

Jura 30 Year OldLongrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon
DistilleryJuraSpringbank
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44%46%
Age30 yr20 yr
Price£699£899
Rating5.00/5

Jura 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value7/100

Longrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Longrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £899.

For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £899)
  • +Longer maturation (30 vs 20 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Longrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£899 vs £699)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jura?

Jura 30 Year Old 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 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Old WoodToastedHoney

Only Longrow 20 Year Old Christmas 2021 - Fresh Bourbon

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

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