Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) vs Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£300
Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glenrothes
£499
| Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 44.5% |
| Age | NAS | 34 yr |
| Price | £300 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is better value at £300 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£300 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £300)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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 Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Only Glenrothes 34 Year Old 1980 (cask 30.84) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)