Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£155
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
| Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Jameson |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.2% | 40% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £155.21 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Jameson 4.5L
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) is better value at £155 vs £170.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£155.21 vs £169.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −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 £155.21)
Who should buy Breath?
Breath of the Highlands 22 Year Old 1985 (cask 1066) (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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