Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£150
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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 Clynelish 11 Year Old 2008 (casks 800133 & 800135) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve