Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Jameson |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Jameson 4.5L
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Jameson 4.5L
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: Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange