Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Yamazaki
£199
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Yamazaki | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Yamazaki?
Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl) 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
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Only Yamazaki Distillery Exclusive (30cl)
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