RAER Amontillado Expression vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

RAER Amontillado ExpressionThe Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryRaerThe Epicurean
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended Malt
ABV40%58.6%
AgeNASNAS
Price£38.95£47.89
Rating5.00/5

RAER Amontillado Expression

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

RAER Amontillado Expression

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

RAER Amontillado Expression is better value at £39 vs £48.

For beginners: RAER Amontillado Expression is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

RAER Amontillado Expression

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£38.95 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 £38.95)

Who should buy RAER?

RAER Amontillado Expression 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only RAER Amontillado Expression

Fresh FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeyChocolate

Explore more