Jameson Irish Whiskey vs Woodford Reserve (20cl)

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

Jameson Irish WhiskeyWoodford Reserve (20cl)
DistilleryJamesonWoodford Reserve
Region
CountryIrelandAmerica
TypeBlendedBourbon
ABV40%43.2%
AgeNASNAS
Price£23.4£12.5
Rating3.95/5

Jameson Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Woodford Reserve (20cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Jameson Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Woodford Reserve (20cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jameson Irish Whiskey is rated higher (3.95 vs 0.00).

Woodford Reserve (20cl) is better value at £13 vs £23.

For beginners: Woodford Reserve (20cl) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Jameson Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.9/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£23.4 vs £12.5)

Woodford Reserve (20cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£12.5 vs £23.4)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.9)

Who should buy Jameson?

Jameson Irish Whiskey 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 Woodford?

Woodford Reserve (20cl) 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

VanillaToasted

Only Jameson Irish Whiskey

Malt Extract

Only Woodford Reserve (20cl)

New WoodHoney

Where to buy

Jameson Irish Whiskey

Woodford Reserve (20cl)

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