Craigellachie 23 Year Old vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Craigellachie 23 Year Old | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Jameson |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £254.5 | £169.5 |
| Rating | 4.71/5 | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 23 Year Old
Jameson 4.5L
Craigellachie 23 Year Old
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.71).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £255.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 23 Year Old
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£254.5 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 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 £254.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 23 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Craigellachie 23 Year Old
Only Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
Craigellachie 23 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange