Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyThe Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryAuchentoshanThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended Malt
ABV40%58.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£49.25£47.89
Rating5.00/5

Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £49.

For beginners: Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.25 vs £47.89)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£47.89 vs £49.25)

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only Auchentoshan Three Wood Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Cooked FruitVanillaHoney

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeyChocolate

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