WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen
WV Baker
£179
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WV Baker | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £179 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen is better value at £179 vs £199.
For beginners: WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£179 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £179)
Who should buy WV?
WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only WV Baker 1987 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 01-87 / Cyclamen
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve