Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Jameson |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.6% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £275 | £169.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)
Jameson 4.5L
Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)
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 £275.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£275 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 £275)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 17 Year Old 2003 (cask 926) 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
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