Jura 30 Year Old vs Prometheus 28 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jura 30 Year Old | Prometheus 28 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | The Glasgow Distillery Co. |
| Region | Island | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 53% |
| Age | 30 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £699 | £687.17 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 30 Year Old
Prometheus 28 Year Old
Jura 30 Year Old
Prometheus 28 Year Old
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Prometheus 28 Year Old is better value at £687 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 28 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£699 vs £687.17)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Prometheus 28 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£687.17 vs £699)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −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 Prometheus?
Prometheus 28 Year Old 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
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Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Prometheus 28 Year Old