Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve vs Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits
Bruichladdich
£158
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £199 | £158.15 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits is better value at £158 vs £199.
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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £158.15)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£158.15 vs £199)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Lochindaal?
Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits 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
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Only Lochindaal 11 Year Old 2009 (cask LH921B) - Hidden Spirits