Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glenturret
£89
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 48% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £88.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is better value at £65 vs £89.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£88.95 vs £64.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.9 vs £88.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ruadh?
Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Ruadh Maor 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 6357) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish