Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve vs Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Dalmore
£280
| Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Dalmore |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £199 | £279.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £280.
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 £279.94)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£279.94 vs £199)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Dalmore?
Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
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