Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman vs Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Glen Elgin
★ 4.00
£50
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
| Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman | Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Tamnavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £49.9 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £55.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.9 vs £54.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £49.9)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 12 Year Old 2009 Syrah Edition - DS Tayman 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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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