Reference Series II vs Green Spot Château Montelena

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

Reference Series IIGreen Spot Château Montelena
DistilleryReference SeriesSpot Whiskey
RegionOther Scotch
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV47.5%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£104.95£71.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Reference Series II

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner55/100
Value48/100

Green Spot Château Montelena

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

Reference Series II

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Green Spot Château Montelena

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Green Spot Château Montelena is better value at £72 vs £105.

For beginners: Green Spot Château Montelena is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Reference Series II

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£104.95 vs £71.5)

Green Spot Château Montelena

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£71.5 vs £104.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Reference?

Reference Series II suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Green?

Green Spot Château Montelena suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Reference Series II

Old WoodMalt ExtractDried FruitToasted

Only Green Spot Château Montelena

Fresh FruitCooked FruitHoney

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