Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Jameson |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.1% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £217.95 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Jameson 4.5L
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
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 £218.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£217.95 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 £217.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi) 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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Only Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
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Where to buy
Mortlach 25 Year Old 1987 (cask 4466) (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange