Jameson 4.5L vs Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999

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

Jameson 4.5LCrabbie 22 Year Old 1999
DistilleryJamesonJohn Crabbie & Co.
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%47.5%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£169.5£184.62
Rating5.00/5

Jameson 4.5L

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

Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £185.

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

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 £184.62)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£184.62 vs £169.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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.

Who should buy Crabbie?

Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyToasted

Only Jameson 4.5L

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Crabbie 22 Year Old 1999

SherriedOld WoodCooked Fruit

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