Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask FinishTimorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryAberfeldyTimorous Beastie
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV40%48%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£53.62£64.9
Rating5.00/5

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish is better value at £54 vs £65.

For beginners: Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£53.62 vs £64.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.9 vs £53.62)

Who should buy Aberfeldy?

Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish 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 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.

Tasting notes

Only Aberfeldy 12 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish

HoneyDried FruitCitricFresh FruitVanilla

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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