Jura 30 Year Old vs Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jura 30 Year Old | Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jura | Yamazaki |
| Region | Island | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £699 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jura 30 Year Old
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Jura 30 Year Old
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Quick verdict
Jura 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £799.
For beginners: Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jura 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£699 vs £799)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jura 30 Year Old
Only Yamazaki Limited Edition 2014