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Glenfiddich 12 vs Glenmorangie Original

The short answer

Two 12 year olds at the same 40% strength, so this is purely about style. Glenfiddich is malty with pear and butterscotch; Glenmorangie Original is floral and peachy with a creamy finish.

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Glenfiddich 12 Year Old

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old

Speyside · 40% · 12 years

Our rating

8.0 / 10

From

£36.96

Glenmorangie Original 12

Glenmorangie Original 12

Highland · 40% · 12 years

Our rating

8.4 / 10

From

£39

Side by side

How Glenfiddich 12 and Glenmorangie Original compare

Glenfiddich 12 and Glenmorangie Original compared side by side
FeatureGlenfiddich 12Glenmorangie Original
RegionSpeysideHighland
Age12 years12 years
ABV40%40%
Our rating8.0 / 108.4 / 10 (better)
Lowest in-stock price£36.96 (better)£39
Rating points per £102.22.2
NosePear, Malt, OakFloral, Peach, Orange
PalateButterscotch, Cream, MaltVanilla, Butterscotch, Peach
FinishSmooth, Sweet, LongCreamy, Smooth, Medium

Prices are the lowest in-stock price from our partner retailers, last updated 6 October 2026. Check the bottle size on the retailer's page before you buy. Ratings are our own.

Taste

What do they have in common?

Flavours picked out on the nose and palate of each whisky.

Flavours in both

  • butterscotch

Only in Glenfiddich 12

  • pear
  • malt
  • oak
  • cream

Only in Glenmorangie Original

  • floral
  • peach
  • orange
  • vanilla
Verdict

Glenfiddich 12 or Glenmorangie Original?

Pick Glenfiddich 12 if…

Choose Glenfiddich 12 if you like malty, buttery sweetness and a long, smooth finish. It is matured in sherry and bourbon casks.

Buy Glenfiddich 12 from £36.96 at Master of Malt

Pick Glenmorangie Original if…

Choose Glenmorangie Original if you prefer a floral, fruity dram — peach and orange on the nose, with a creamy, medium-length finish.

Buy Glenmorangie Original from £39 at Loch Fyne Whiskies
Knowledge

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Glenfiddich 12 or Glenmorangie Original?
Glenfiddich 12 is £2.04 cheaper at the lowest in-stock price (£36.96 against £39). Prices come from our partner retailers and were last updated on 6 October 2026, so check the retailer's page for the current price.
Which has the higher rating, Glenfiddich 12 or Glenmorangie Original?
We rate Glenmorangie Original higher: 8.4 against 8.0 out of 10.
Are Glenfiddich 12 and Glenmorangie Original the same strength?
Yes. Both are bottled at 40% ABV and both carry a 12-year age statement, so the difference is in style and flavour rather than the specification.
Where can I buy Glenfiddich 12 and Glenmorangie Original in the UK?
Glenfiddich 12: in stock at Master of Malt, Loch Fyne Whiskies, The Whisky Shop. Glenmorangie Original: in stock at Loch Fyne Whiskies, The Whisky Shop. Always check the bottle size on the retailer's page before you buy.

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