Stauning HØST vs West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Stauning HØST | West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Stauning | West Cork Distillers |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Denmark | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.5% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £41.5 | £37.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Stauning HØST
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
Stauning HØST
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Stauning HØST is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish is better value at £38 vs £42.
For beginners: West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Stauning HØST
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£41.5 vs £37.95)
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£37.95 vs £41.5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Stauning?
Stauning HØST 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 West?
West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Stauning HØST
Only West Cork 12 Year Old Port Cask Finish