Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Blair Athol
★ 5.00
£77
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£70
| Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) | Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Blair Athol | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 57.1% | 64.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £76.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £77.
For beginners: Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.95 vs £69.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £76.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Blair?
Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory) 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.
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 Blair Athol 17 Year Old Exceptional Cask - 100 Proof Edition #12 (Signatory)
Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)