The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Glentauchers
£49
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | Glentauchers |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.6% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £47.89 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
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: Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (65/100 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 £48.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £47.89)
- −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 Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Only Glentauchers 7 Year Old 2009 (cask 700424) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)