Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky
Clynelish
£199
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clynelish | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland 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 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
Both taste of
Only Clynelish 2011 / 11 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Highland Whisky
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve