Jameson 4.5L vs Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Mannochmore
£158
| Jameson 4.5L | Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Mannochmore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.8% |
| Age | NAS | 22 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £158.34 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Jameson 4.5L
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £158 vs £170.
For beginners: Jameson 4.5L is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Jameson 4.5L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.5 vs £158.34)
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +More affordable (£158.34 vs £169.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 12098) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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