The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon
GlenDronach
£110
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 52% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £110 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 13 Year Old 2006 (cask 5538) - PX Sherry Puncheon 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.
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 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
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