Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Brave New Spirits
£78
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£70
| Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) | Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Brave New Spirits | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 59.8% | 64.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £77.5 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £78.
For beginners: Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.5 vs £69.95)
- −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 affordable (£69.95 vs £77.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Ardmillan?
Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits) 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 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 Ardmillan 12 Year Old 2013 - Whiskyheroes (Brave New Spirits)
Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)