Master of Malt beats Amazon on price for the world’s best single malt whisky

One of the world’s best whiskies right now doesn’t cost hundreds of pounds. It’s not locked behind velvet ropes. It’s GlenAllachie 12 Year Old, it’s just been named World’s Best Single Malt 2025 – and the best place to buy it now is Master of Malt, where it’s dropped to just £47.90.

Yes, really. This is a dram being mentioned in the same breath as Macallan, yet still available at regular retail prices – and it’s a UK-based retailer offering the best value. In fact, Master of Malt is currently beating Amazon on price, which makes a refreshing change in the world of online shopping.

You can still pick it up for £52 from Loch Fyne Whiskies, or pre-order from Royal Mile Whiskies for a similar price – although we don’t know when they’ll restock.

GlenAllachie 12 Year Old – the underdog that just won big

Hailing from Speyside – the spiritual home of Scottish single malts – GlenAllachie has quietly been building a reputation since legendary whisky-maker Billy Walker took over the distillery in 2017. The 12 Year Old is the distillery’s flagship bottle, and this latest win puts it centre stage.

Matured in a mix of Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso and virgin oak, it’s rich, full-bodied and layered with dark fruit, spice and sherried depth. It’s bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered and free from added colour – a proper enthusiast’s dram.

Expect notes of treacle, heather honey, mocha and cinnamon, alongside orchard fruits, sticky raisins and a touch of nutmeg. One sip and you’ll understand why it beat out far more expensive rivals.

Master of Malt now leads on price – even beating Amazon

It’s rare to see a top UK whisky retailer undercutting a global giant like Amazon, but that’s exactly what’s happened. Right now, you can still grab GlenAllachie 12-Year-Old from these trusted sites:

• Master of Malt – Best deal at just £47.90 (delivery from £4.95, or free over £99)

• Loch Fyne Whiskies – £52.00, with UK delivery (£5.99 or free over £99), or Click & Collect from Inveraray and Edinburgh

• Royal Mile Whiskies – Pre-order only at £47.95 (2024 edition)

• Amazon UK – Now increased to £59.95 (Prime eligible in some regions)

With global demand surging and prices creeping up, this might be the last time GlenAllachie is this affordable – especially from UK sellers.

The Macallan comparison – justified hype?

For whisky fans who lean towards Macallan’s sherried styles, GlenAllachie 12 Year Old hits a similar sweet spot – but at a third of the price. And while Macallan has long been a luxury staple, GlenAllachie is bringing the same depth and drama without the premium markup.

Add to that the distillery’s hands-on approach to cask management and Billy Walker’s expert blending, and you’ve got something seriously special in your glass.

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Don’t wait – this could be the next big thing in whisky

Let’s be honest: world-beating whisky at under £50 is not going to stay a secret for long. Whether you’re stocking up for future gifting, filling your shelf with a modern classic, or just want to see what the fuss is about – now’s the time to buy.

Because once GlenAllachie becomes a household name (and at this rate, it will), this might just be the last time you see it under £60 – and it’s great to see a UK retailer leading the way.