Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

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

Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
DistilleryDalmoreGlenfiddich
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age18 yr12 yr
Price£279.94£199
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £280.

For beginners: Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£279.94 vs £199)
  • 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 affordable (£199 vs £279.94)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

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

Vanilla

Only Dalmore 18 Year Old (2022 Edition)

SherriedChocolateDried FruitCooked Fruit

Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve

ToastedHoneyMalt ExtractNew Wood

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