The Speyside 12 Year Old vs Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Speyside 12 Year Old | Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Speyside | Merlet |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £28.67 | £20.95 |
| Rating | 4.93/5 | — |
The Speyside 12 Year Old
Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur
The Speyside 12 Year Old
Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur
Quick verdict
The Speyside 12 Year Old is rated higher (4.93 vs 0.00).
Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur is better value at £21 vs £29.
For beginners: The Speyside 12 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Speyside 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£28.67 vs £20.95)
Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.95 vs £28.67)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy The?
The Speyside 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Merlet?
Merlet Creme de Mure (Blackberry) Liqueur suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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