Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish vs Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Ardmore
£71
| Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Timorous Beastie | Ardmore |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 58.2% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £64.9 | £71.01 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
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 £71.
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 £71.01)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.01 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Ardmore 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 90708852) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)