Quinta do Noval 2011 Port vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

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

Quinta do Noval 2011 PortWhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
DistilleryQuinta do NovalWhistlePig
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£119£124
Rating5.00/5

Quinta do Noval 2011 Port

Smoke0/100
Sweetness49/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

Quinta do Noval 2011 Port

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Quinta do Noval 2011 Port is better value at £119 vs £124.

For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Quinta do Noval 2011 Port

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£119 vs £124)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£124 vs £119)

Who should buy Quinta?

Quinta do Noval 2011 Port suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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 Quinta do Noval 2011 Port

Fresh FruitCooked FruitFragant

Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SherriedDried FruitVanilla

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