Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish vs Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask
Isle of Raasay
£95
| Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Isle of Raasay |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 61.2% |
| Age | NAS | 5 yr |
| Price | £64.9 | £95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £95.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Isle?
Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask 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 Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Only Isle of Raasay 5 Year Old Na Sia Single Cask Series - Peated Rye Cask