Jura 30 Year Old vs Yamazaki Puncheon 2013

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

Jura 30 Year OldYamazaki Puncheon 2013
DistilleryJuraYamazaki
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44%48%
Age30 yrNAS
Price£699£899
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Jura 30 Year Old

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

Yamazaki Puncheon 2013

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value6/100

Jura 30 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Puncheon 2013

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jura 30 Year Old is better value at £699 vs £899.

For beginners: Jura 30 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Jura 30 Year Old

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£699 vs £899)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Yamazaki Puncheon 2013

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£899 vs £699)

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 Puncheon 2013 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

ToastedHoney

Only Jura 30 Year Old

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Yamazaki Puncheon 2013

Malt ExtractVanilla

Explore more