Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) vs Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

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

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
DistilleryLoch LomondJack Daniel's
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV52.2%43%
Age16 yrNAS
Price£79.95£99.99
Rating5.00/5

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value50/100

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £80 vs £100.

For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£79.95 vs £99.99)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£99.99 vs £79.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inchfad?

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Jack?

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) 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

Both taste of

Oily

Only Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

Where to buy

Inchfad 16 Year Old 2005 (Thompson Bros.)

Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)

Explore more