Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£100
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£70
| Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Alistair Walker | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 54.9% | 64.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £100.38 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £100.
For beginners: Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£100.38 vs £69.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £100.38)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Jack?
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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
Only Undisclosed Orkney Distillery 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 5749) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)