Jura 30 Year Old vs Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)

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

Jura 30 Year OldTalisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)
DistilleryJuraTalisker
RegionIslandIsland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44%45.8%
Age30 yr30 yr
Price£699£999
Rating5.00/5

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)

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 £999.

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 £999)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£999 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 Talisker?

Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Jura 30 Year Old

ToastedHoney

Only Talisker 30 Year Old (Special Release 2011)

SmokeyLeathery

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