The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022

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

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022
DistilleryGlenDronachGlenfiddich
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.2%62.1%
Age22 yr13 yr
Price£210£350
Rating5.00/5

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £350.

For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£210 vs £350)
  • +Longer maturation (22 vs 13 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water

Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£350 vs £210)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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.

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022 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

HoneyToasted

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only Glenfiddich 13 Year Old (cask 2985) - Spirit of Speyside 2022

VanillaFresh FruitCitric

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