Jameson 4.5L vs Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Auchentoshan
£275
| Jameson 4.5L | Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Auchentoshan |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.7% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £274.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Jameson 4.5L
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £275.
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 £274.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£274.99 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Where to buy
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange