Scapegrace Fortitude vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Scapegrace FortitudeTimorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryScapegraceTimorous Beastie
RegionHighland
CountryNew ZealandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
AgeNASNAS
Price£57.78£64.9
Rating5.00/5

Scapegrace Fortitude

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Scapegrace Fortitude

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Scapegrace Fortitude is better value at £58 vs £65.

For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Scapegrace Fortitude

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£57.78 vs £64.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.9 vs £57.78)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Scapegrace?

Scapegrace Fortitude suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port 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

Only Scapegrace Fortitude

HoneySmokeyNew WoodDried FruitToasted

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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