Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Glenlivet
£110
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.3% | 52% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£109.95 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £109.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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.
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 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
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Only Glenlivet 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 900806) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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