Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Bowmore
£90
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£63
| Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 52.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £89.99 | £62.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast is better value at £63 vs £90.
For beginners: Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£89.99 vs £62.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£62.95 vs £89.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast 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
Only Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Where to buy
Bowmore 15 Year Old Sherry Oak
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange