The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s

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

The Epicurean Glasgow EditionHiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s
DistilleryThe EpicureanHiram Walker and Sons
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV58.6%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.89£36
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s is better value at £36 vs £48.

For beginners: Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

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

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.89 vs £36)

Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36 vs £47.89)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Hiram?

Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeySherriedChocolate

Only Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s

VanillaMalt Extract

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