Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 vs Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1

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

Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1
DistilleryHampdenJack Daniel's
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeTennessee
ABV40%43%
AgeNASNAS
Price£220£150
Rating5.00/5

Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

Smoke0/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value33/100

Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is better value at £150 vs £220.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£220 vs £150)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Hampden?

Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1 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

Oily

Only Hampden 2016 LROK / 9 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

YeastyCooked FruitSolvent

Only Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.1

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

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