Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Jameson 4.5L

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

Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of ScotlandJameson 4.5L
DistilleryImperialJameson
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV54%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£224.95£169.5
Rating5.00/5

Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £225.

For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (54%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£224.95 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 £224.95)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Imperial?

Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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

Both taste of

ToastedMalt Extract

Only Imperial 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 7861) - The Single Malts of Scotland

SmokeyOld Wood

Only Jameson 4.5L

VanillaHoneyFresh Fruit

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