The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood vs Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£57
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aberlour
£81
| The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood | Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Aberlour |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £56.95 | £81.08 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is better value at £57 vs £81.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.95 vs £81.08)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.08 vs £56.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Only Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange