Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series
Aberfeldy
★ 5.00
£119
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Strathisla |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 19 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £118.51 | £87.07 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £119.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£118.51 vs £87.07)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £118.51)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 19 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old (cask 3076-78) Oloroso Sherry Cask - Exceptional Cask Series 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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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