Jameson 4.5L vs Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky

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

Jameson 4.5LOld Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky
DistilleryJamesonOld Orkney
Region
CountryIrelandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£169.5£249
Rating5.00/5

Jameson 4.5L

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

Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £249.

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 £249)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£249 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 Old?

Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

HoneyFresh Fruit

Only Jameson 4.5L

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

Only Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky

CitricSmokey

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