Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Bowmore
£390
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
| Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.1% | 44.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £389.99 | £334.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is better value at £335 vs £390.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£389.99 vs £334.62)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£334.62 vs £389.99)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 2689) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Only Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish