Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
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
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£63
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £49.9 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast 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: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.9 vs £62.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast