Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£99
Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glendullan
£151
| Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Glendullan |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 53.9% |
| Age | 16 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £99 | £150.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £151.
For beginners: Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99 vs £150.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 16 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150.95 vs £99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Glendullan?
Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)