Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky vs Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Aber Falls Single Malt WhiskyCragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky
DistilleryAber FallsCragganmore
Region
CountryWalesUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£24.75£18.5
Rating4.06/5

Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (4.06 vs 0.00).

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky is better value at £19 vs £25.

For beginners: Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.1/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£24.75 vs £18.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£18.5 vs £24.75)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.1)

Who should buy Aber?

Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Cragganmore?

Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Aber Falls Single Malt Whisky

SherriedDried FruitCooked FruitHoney

Only Cragganmore 12 Year Old / Small Bottle Speyside Whisky

Malt ExtractSmokeyToasted

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