Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Glen Elgin
£45
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
The Gauldrons
★ 5.00
£60
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | The Gauldrons |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45.48 | £59.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Quick verdict
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £45 vs £60.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.48 vs £59.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.5 vs £45.48)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 1999 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy The?
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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