Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Aberlour
★ 4.43
£58
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
| Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | The Epicurean |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.6% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.9 | £47.89 |
| Rating | 4.43/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.43).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £58.
For beginners: Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.9 vs £47.89)
- −Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£47.89 vs £57.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured 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.
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
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Where to buy
Aberlour 14 Year Old Double Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange