Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s
Hiram Walker and Sons
£36
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
| Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s | The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hiram Walker and Sons | The Epicurean |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.6% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £36 | £47.89 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s is better value at £36 vs £48.
For beginners: Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£36 vs £47.89)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.89 vs £36)
Who should buy Hiram?
Hiram Walker's Doble-V Whisky - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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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