The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Jameson |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £144 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Jameson 4.5L
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £144 vs £170.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£144 vs £169.5)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.5 vs £144)
Who should buy The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 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
Only The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Only Jameson 4.5L