Jura 30 Year Old vs Tomatin 30 Year Old

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

Jura 30 Year OldTomatin 30 Year Old
DistilleryJuraTomatin
RegionIslandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44%46%
Age30 yr30 yr
Price£699£585
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Tomatin 30 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner75/100
Value9/100

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tomatin 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tomatin 30 Year Old is better value at £585 vs £699.

For beginners: Tomatin 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£699 vs £585)

Tomatin 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£585 vs £699)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Tomatin?

Tomatin 30 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodHoneyDried Fruit

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Toasted

Only Tomatin 30 Year Old

SherriedVanilla

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