Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve vs Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£499
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£365
| Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve | Tomintoul 25 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Tomintoul |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £499 | £364.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 25 Year Old is better value at £365 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £364.95)
Tomintoul 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£364.95 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Only Tomintoul 25 Year Old