Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish vs Reference Series II.2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
Reference Series II.2
Reference Series
★ 3.00
£104
| Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | Reference Series II.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Reference Series |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 47.4% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £64.9 | £103.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Reference Series II.2
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Reference Series II.2
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £104.
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 £103.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Reference Series II.2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£103.95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Reference?
Reference Series II.2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Only Reference Series II.2