Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Clan Denny Speyside Blended MaltThe Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryDouglas LaingThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltBlended Malt
ABV46.7%58.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£36£47.89
Rating5.00/5

Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt is better value at £36 vs £48.

For beginners: Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36 vs £47.89)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.89 vs £36)

Who should buy Clan?

Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

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

Toasted

Only Clan Denny Speyside Blended Malt

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeySherriedChocolate

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