Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite ChampagneTimorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryNormandin-MercierTimorous Beastie
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£61.5£64.9
Rating5.00/5

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne is better value at £62 vs £65.

For beginners: Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£61.5 vs £64.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.9 vs £61.5)

Who should buy Normandin-Mercier?

Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne 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.

Who should buy Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Normandin-Mercier 2012 / Petite Champagne

HoneyDried FruitVanillaNutty

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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