Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 vs Jameson 4.5L

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

Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3Jameson 4.5L
DistilleryHampdenJameson
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIreland
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£199£169.5
Rating5.00/5

Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

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

Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

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 £199.

For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199 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 £199)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Hampden?

Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Fresh Fruit

Only Hampden 2018 HGML / 7 Year Old / Magnum Photography Series #3

OilySmokeyYeasty

Only Jameson 4.5L

Malt ExtractVanillaHoneyToasted

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