The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey

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

The Epicurean Glasgow EditionThe Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey
DistilleryThe EpicureanBoann
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltBlended
ABV58.6%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£47.89£35
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey is better value at £35 vs £48.

For beginners: The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey is more approachable (100/100 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 £35)

The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£35 vs £47.89)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 The?

The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeyToastedChocolate

Only The Whistler Double Oaked Irish Whiskey

VanillaHoneyNuttyCitric

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