Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky vs Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Aberlour
£550

Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£395
| Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky | Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Tamdhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 30 yr |
| Price | £550 | £395 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is better value at £395 vs £550.
For beginners: Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£550 vs £395)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£395 vs £550)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Only Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Where to buy
Aberlour A'bunadh 12 Year Old / Silver Label Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange