Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel vs The John Walker
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel
Caroni
£1800
The John Walker
Johnnie Walker
★ 4.63
£2000
| Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel | The John Walker | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caroni | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £1800 | £2000 |
| Rating | — | 4.63/5 |
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel
The John Walker
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel
The John Walker
Quick verdict
The John Walker is rated higher (4.63 vs 0.00).
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel is better value at £1800 vs £2000.
For beginners: The John Walker is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1800 vs £2000)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
The John Walker
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£2000 vs £1800)
Who should buy Caroni?
Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The John Walker is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Caroni 1998 / 22 Year Old / Dayanand Balloon Employees 4th Rel
Only The John Walker