Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Amrut
★ 5.00
£170
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £169.99 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) is better value at £170 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£169.99 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £169.99)
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Amrut Spectrum 004 (2018 Bottling)
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve