The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 vs Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)

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

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)
DistilleryThe GauldronsMacduff
RegionCampbeltownHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%57.1%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£59.5£48.5
Rating5.00/5

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £60.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.5 vs £48.5)

Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£48.5 vs £59.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Who should buy Macduff?

Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitToasted

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

ChocolateSmokey

Only Macduff 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #55 (Signatory)

Old Wood

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