Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed
Ardmore
£72
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £72.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £64.9)
- −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 affordable (£64.9 vs £71.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed 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 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 Ardmore 11 Year Old (cask 1313) - The Sipping Shed
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish