Jura 30 Year Old vs Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old
Jura
★ 5.00
£699
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Bruichladdich
£535
| Jura 30 Year Old | Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 48.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £699 | £534.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) is better value at £535 vs £699.
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)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £534.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£534.9 vs £699)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Port?
Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Port Charlotte 21 Year Old 2001 (cask 260) (Vintage Bottlers)