The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£165
| The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 50.9% |
| Age | 22 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £210 | £165 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £165 vs £210.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210 vs £165)
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£165 vs £210)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 22 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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 Westport?
Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
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