Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) vs Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky

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

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky
DistilleryJack Daniel'sDaftmill
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeTennessee
ABV43%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£99.99£120
Rating5.00/5

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value50/100

Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is better value at £100 vs £120.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

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

Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £99.99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Jack?

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) 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.

Who should buy Daftmill?

Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

ToastedVanillaHoney

Only Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

TobaccoOily

Only Daftmill 2011 Summer Release / 12 Year Old Lowland Whisky

CitricMalt Extract

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