Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryInchgowerClynelish
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%48.4%
Age16 yr12 yr
Price£99£136.45
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value51/100

Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £136.

For beginners: Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 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 £136.45)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£136.45 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 Clynelish?

Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Leathery

Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedDried FruitHoneyToastedKippery

Only Clynelish 12 Year Old 2011 (cask 18872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

OilyMalt ExtractSmokey

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