Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks)
Burnside
£185
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks) | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Burnside | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 40% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £184.95 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £185 vs £199.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +More affordable (£184.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £184.95)
Who should buy Burnside?
Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks) 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 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
Only Burnside 27 Year Old 1996 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.87 (Decadent Drinks)
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve