Jameson 4.5L vs Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Jameson 4.5L | Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Bushmills |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | Irish |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £169.5 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Jameson 4.5L
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £250.
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 £250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Where to buy
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange