Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy
Vecchia Romagna
£143

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Vecchia Romagna | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £143 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy is better value at £143 vs £199.
For beginners: Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£143 vs £199)
- +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 £143)
Who should buy Vecchia?
Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
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Only Vecchia Romagna Riserva 18 Year Old Brandy
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve