Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£635
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Undisclosed Distillery | Glenmorangie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £635 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £635.
For beginners: Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£635 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £635)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Islay Single Malt 1985 / 38 Year Old / Whiskyland Chapter 6 Island Whisky
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition