An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£87
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£70
| An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky | Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Undisclosed Distillery | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Tennessee | |
| ABV | 40% | 64.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £86.75 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £87.
For beginners: An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£86.75 vs £69.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £86.75)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
Who should buy An?
An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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.
Tasting notes
Only An Iconic Speyside 2011 / 12 Year Old / Sherry Octave / Duncan Taylor Speyside Whisky
Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)