Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman vs Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Glen Elgin
★ 4.00
£50
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Aberfeldy
★ 5.00
£63
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman | Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Aberfeldy |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £49.9 | £63.29 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £63.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.9 vs £63.29)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£63.29 vs £49.9)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman 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 Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Only Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish