Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old vs Tullibardine 25 Year Old

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

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year OldTullibardine 25 Year Old
DistilleryDufftownTullibardine
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%43%
Age21 yr25 yr
Price£193£155
Rating5.00/5

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness65/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value32/100

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Tullibardine 25 Year Old is better value at £155 vs £193.

For beginners: Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£193 vs £155)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£155 vs £193)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Singleton?

Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old 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 Tullibardine?

Tullibardine 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Singleton of Dufftown 21 Year Old

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodTobacco

Only Tullibardine 25 Year Old

Malt ExtractVanillaToastedNutty

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