Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse vs Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Glenmorangie
£120
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£99
| Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse | Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Inchgower |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £120 | £99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £120.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99 vs £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lighthouse
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange