Jameson 4.5L vs Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170

Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Powers
£195
| Jameson 4.5L | Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Powers |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | Irish |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £169.5 | £195 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Jameson 4.5L
Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £195.
For beginners: Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Jameson 4.5L
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£169.5 vs £195)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£195 vs £169.5)
- −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 Powers?
Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange 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
Only Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
Jameson 4.5L
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Powers 2005 Small Batch / 17 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange