Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter vs Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Locke's
★ 5.00
£50
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Macduff
£46
| Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter | Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Locke's | Macduff |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 61.3% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £50.45 | £45.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £46 vs £50.
For beginners: Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
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 (£50.45 vs £45.5)
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +More affordable (£45.5 vs £50.45)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Locke's?
Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Macduff?
Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger 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
Both taste of
Only Locke's 8 Year Old Ceramic Decanter
Only Macduff 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 900362) - The Artful Dodger