The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Early Times
£350
| The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Early Times |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 53.2% | 40% |
| Age | 22 yr | NAS |
| Price | £210 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £350.
For beginners: Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£210 vs £350)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£350 vs £210)
- −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 Early?
Early Times 4 Year Old / Bot.1970s Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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