The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 vs Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£80
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Balcones
★ 5.00
£102
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 | Balcones True Blue Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | Balcones |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Corn |
| ABV | 56.8% | 65.7% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £79.95 | £101.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 is better value at £80 vs £102.
For beginners: The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £101.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (65.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.95 vs £79.95)
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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 Balcones?
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength 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 The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Only Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balcones True Blue Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange