Jameson 4.5L vs Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Tamdhu
★ 2.00
£203
| Jameson 4.5L | Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Tamdhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.4% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £203.36 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Jameson 4.5L
Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Jameson 4.5L
Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £203.
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 £203.36)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£203.36 vs £169.5)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 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 Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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
Only Jameson 4.5L
Only Tamdhu 25 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)