Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve vs Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Forgotten Gems
★ 3.00
£200
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Forgotten Gems |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 58% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £200.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 affordable (£199 vs £199.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199.95 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Only Blended Japanese Whisky 21 Year Old - Forgotten Gems