Surface:Depth 12 Year Old vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Surface:Depth
★ 4.00
£47

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£65
| Surface:Depth 12 Year Old | Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Surface:Depth | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £46.95 | £64.9 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old is better value at £47 vs £65.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £64.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£64.9 vs £46.95)
Who should buy Surface:Depth?
Surface:Depth 12 Year Old 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
Both taste of
Only Surface:Depth 12 Year Old