The English - Rum Cask vs Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The English - Rum Cask
The English Distillery
★ 5.00
£52
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Timorous Beastie
★ 5.00
£63
| The English - Rum Cask | Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The English Distillery | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.5% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £51.95 | £62.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The English - Rum Cask
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
The English - Rum Cask
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Quick verdict
The English - Rum Cask is better value at £52 vs £63.
For beginners: The English - Rum Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
The English - Rum Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£51.95 vs £62.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £51.95)
Who should buy The?
The English - Rum Cask 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 Timorous?
Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The English - Rum Cask
Only Timorous Beastie 13 Year Old – Meet The Beast