Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Egan's
£175
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Egan's | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £175 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV is better value at £175 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Pros
- +More affordable (£175 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £175)
Who should buy Egan's?
Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Egan's 18 Year Old Legacy Reserve IV
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve