The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

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

The Epicurean Glasgow EditionDailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
DistilleryThe EpicureanDailuaine
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.6%57.6%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£47.89£48.9
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £49.

For beginners: Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.89 vs £48.9)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£48.9 vs £47.89)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Dailuaine?

Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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

ToastedSherried

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeyChocolate

Only Dailuaine 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 308909) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Dried FruitCooked FruitOld Wood

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