Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caledonian
£176
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
| Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caledonian | Jameson |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 54.7% | 40% |
| Age | 29 yr | NAS |
| Price | £175.72 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Jameson 4.5L
Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £176.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£175.72 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jameson 4.5L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£169.5 vs £175.72)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caledonian?
Caledonian 29 Year Old 1987 (cask 23480) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Who should buy Jameson?
Jameson 4.5L suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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