Jameson 4.5L vs Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Jameson 4.5L
Jameson
★ 5.00
£170
Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tomintoul
£207
| Jameson 4.5L | Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jameson | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.7% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £169.5 | £206.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Jameson 4.5L
Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Jameson 4.5L
Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Jameson 4.5L is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jameson 4.5L is better value at £170 vs £207.
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 £206.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£206.95 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - 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
Only Jameson 4.5L
Only Tomintoul 24 Year Old 2001 (cask 6273) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)