Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Glorious 12th Artisan WhiskyThe Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryBlack Powder GinSliabh Liag
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£39.95£37.95
Rating5.00/5

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £40.

For beginners: Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£39.95 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £39.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glorious?

Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky 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 The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Glorious 12th Artisan Whisky

HoneySherriedOld Wood

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh Fruit

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