High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd vs Green Spot Château Montelena
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
High Coast
£110
Green Spot Château Montelena
Spot Whiskey
★ 5.00
£72
| High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | Green Spot Château Montelena | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | High Coast | Spot Whiskey |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Sweden | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 59.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £71.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Green Spot Château Montelena
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Green Spot Château Montelena
Quick verdict
Green Spot Château Montelena is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Green Spot Château Montelena is better value at £72 vs £110.
For beginners: Green Spot Château Montelena is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £71.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Green Spot Château Montelena
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£71.5 vs £109.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy High?
High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 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
Only High Coast 2012 (bottled 2023) (cask 4333) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Only Green Spot Château Montelena