Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
The Nectar
£164
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Nectar | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Belgium | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.8% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £163.95 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is better value at £164 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +More affordable (£163.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £163.95)
Who should buy Irish?
Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
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
Only Irish Single Malt 26 Year Old 1989 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve