Jameson 4.5L vs Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

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

Jameson 4.5LStrathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryJamesonStrathmill
RegionSpeyside
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%49.5%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£169.5£199.95
Rating5.00/5

Jameson 4.5L

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

Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Jameson 4.5L

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £200.

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 £199.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£199.95 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 Strathmill?

Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) 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

Honey

Only Jameson 4.5L

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedFresh Fruit

Only Strathmill 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

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