The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 vs The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£80
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£73
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 | The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | GlenDronach |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.8% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £72.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish is better value at £73 vs £80.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £72.58)
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£72.58 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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 The?
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish 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.
Tasting notes
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Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Only The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The GlenDronach 19 Year Old - Madeira Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange