Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

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

Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryGlentauchersTimorous Beastie
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV50.9%48%
Age20 yrNAS
Price£84.95£64.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner50/100
Value59/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £85.

For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£84.95 vs £64.9)

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£64.9 vs £84.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glentauchers?

Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky) 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.

Who should buy Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Glentauchers 20 Year Old (Chorlton Whisky)

HoneyMalt ExtractVanillaToastedDried Fruit

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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