Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky
Glen Garioch
£176

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£199
| Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £176 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky is better value at £176 vs £199.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£176 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £176)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only Glen Garioch 1998 / 27 Year Old / Thompson Bros Highland Whisky
Only Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Toasted Oak Reserve