Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£63
| Flaming Pig Black Cask | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Flaming Pig | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52.5% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £40.24 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £63.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £40.24)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Flaming Pig Black Cask
Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Where to buy
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange