Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

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

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70clGlenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
DistilleryBimberGlenfiddich
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£147.99£199
Rating5.00/5

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl is better value at £148 vs £199.

For beginners: Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£147.99 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 £147.99)

Who should buy Bimber?

Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Bimber Fino Sherry Cask - Fortnum and Mason Exclusive, 70cl

SherriedNuttyDried Fruit

Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

Malt ExtractNew Wood

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