Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Aberlour
£120
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 52% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £120 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
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 £120.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 £120)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberlour-Glenlivet?
Aberlour-Glenlivet 9 Year Old 2011 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
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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