The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£48
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Timorous Beastie
★ 3.00
£44
| The Epicurean Glasgow Edition | Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Epicurean | Timorous Beastie |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 58.6% | 54.3% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £47.89 | £43.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Quick verdict
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 is better value at £44 vs £48.
For beginners: Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.89 vs £43.95)
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Pros
- +More affordable (£43.95 vs £47.89)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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 - Meet The Beast 2023 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Only Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Where to buy
The Epicurean Glasgow Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Timorous Beastie - Meet The Beast 2023
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange