Midleton Very Rare 2008 vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare 2008
Midleton
★ 5.00
£1200
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Midleton Very Rare 2008 | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £995 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 2008
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Midleton Very Rare 2008
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is better value at £995 vs £1200.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2008 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2008
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £995)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£995 vs £1200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2008 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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 Midleton Very Rare 2008
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve