The Glenrothes 12 Year Old vs Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland
Malts of Scotland
£8
| The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Malts of Scotland |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 54.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £5.3 | £8.42 |
| Rating | 3.78/5 | — |
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is rated higher (3.78 vs 0.00).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is better value at £5 vs £8.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.8/5)
- +More affordable (£5.3 vs £8.42)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£8.42 vs £5.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tullahoma?
Tullahoma 2011 (bottled 2017) (cask 17023) - Malts of Scotland 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
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