Dunhillion 23 Year Old vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dunhillion 23 Year Old | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dunhill | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dunhillion 23 Year Old
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Dunhillion 23 Year Old
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 £250.
For beginners: Dunhillion 23 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dunhillion 23 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 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 £250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dunhillion?
Dunhillion 23 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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Only Dunhillion 23 Year Old
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