Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release) vs Jameson 4.5L
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release)
Glenmorangie
★ 4.53
£199

Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
| Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release) | Jameson 4.5L | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Jameson |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £199 | £169.5 |
| Rating | 4.53/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release)
Jameson 4.5L
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release)
Jameson 4.5L
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.53).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland 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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Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (2015 Release)
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