Jameson 4.5L vs Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Loch Lomond
£145
| Jameson 4.5L | Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 51.2% |
| Age | NAS | 28 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £144.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Jameson 4.5L
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is better value at £145 vs £170.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.5 vs £144.95)
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£144.95 vs £169.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 28 Year Old 1996 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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.
Tasting notes
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