Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful
Bruichladdich
£237
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
| Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Jameson |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.4% | 40% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £237.38 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful
Jameson 4.5L
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful
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 £237.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£237.38 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 £237.38)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 20 Year Old 2002 (cask #809) New Vibrations - Rest & Be Thankful 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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