Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) vs Jameson 4.5L

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

Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)Jameson 4.5L
DistilleryTobermoryJameson
RegionIsland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV49.7%40%
Age27 yrNAS
Price£220£169.5
Rating5.00/5

Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value29/100

Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £220.

For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£220 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 £220)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Tobermory?

Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island 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

Both taste of

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToastedFresh Fruit

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