Jameson 4.5L vs Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Smögen
£221
| Jameson 4.5L | Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Smögen |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Sweden |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £221 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Jameson 4.5L
Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £221.
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 affordable (£169.5 vs £221)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£221 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 Smögen?
Smögen 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 402011) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Jameson 4.5L