Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) vs Jameson 4.5L

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

Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)Jameson 4.5L
DistilleryAuchentoshanJameson
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV53.7%40%
Age21 yrNAS
Price£274.99£169.5
Rating5.00/5

Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

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

Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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).

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)

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

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.

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

Both taste of

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyToastedMalt Extract

Where to buy

Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)

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