Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomintoul | Jameson |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 36 yr | NAS |
| Price | £279.95 | £169.5 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)
Jameson 4.5L
Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £280.
For beginners: Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£279.95 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £279.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 36 Year Old 1976 (bottled 2013) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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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