Tullibardine 25 Year Old vs Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

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

Tullibardine 25 Year OldSingleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old
DistilleryTullibardineDufftown
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age25 yr21 yr
Price£155£193
Rating5.00/5

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £193.

For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£155 vs £193)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£193 vs £155)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Singleton?

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedNutty

Only Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodTobacco

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