The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 vs Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Glen Keith
£130
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Glen Keith |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 49.5% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £84.95 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £130.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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 £129.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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