GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) vs Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£100
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Glen Moray
£104
| GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) | Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Glen Moray |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 58.8% |
| Age | 20 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £104 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Quick verdict
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is better value at £100 vs £104.
For beginners: GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £104)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£104 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy GlenDronach?
GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822) 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 Glen?
Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1 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
Only GlenDronach 20 Year Old 1994 (cask 2822)
Only Glen Moray 11 Year Old 2012 Peated Rioja Finish - Warehouse 1