Jura 30 Year Old vs Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jura 30 Year Old
Jura
★ 5.00
£699
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Port Ellen
★ 5.00
£600
| Jura 30 Year Old | Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Port Ellen |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 46% |
| Age | 30 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £699 | £599.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Jura 30 Year Old
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £600 vs £699.
For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 27 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £599.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£599.95 vs £699)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Port Ellen 27 Year Old 1983 (cask 6101) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)