Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations vs Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Craigellachie
£400
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£395
| Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations | Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Tamdhu |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £399.95 | £395 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is better value at £395 vs £400.
For beginners: Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399.95 vs £395)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£395 vs £399.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail) 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
Only Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Only Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Where to buy
Craigellachie 23 Year Old 1999 (cask #3) Oloroso Sherry - Exceptional Cask Series New Vibrations
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tamdhu 30 Year Old - The MacPhail's Collection (Gordon and MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange