Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

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

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year OldJack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
DistilleryAdelphiJack Daniel's
Region
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV46%64.5%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£58.66£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Smoke62/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value71/100

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old is better value at £59 vs £70.

For beginners: Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£58.66 vs £69.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£69.95 vs £58.66)

Who should buy Adelphi's?

Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Adelphi's Liddesdale 18 Year Old

SmokeySherriedFresh FruitMedicinal

Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

ToastedVanillaTobaccoOilyCoal-gas

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