Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum vs WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

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

Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended RumWhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
DistilleryFoursquareWhistlePig
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£150£124
Rating5.00/5

Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value40/100

Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £150.

For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £124)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Foursquare?

Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy WhistlePig?

WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Foursquare Equidem 14 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Fresh FruitToastedNew Wood

Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World

SherriedDried FruitHoney

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