Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£129
| Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Glen Ord |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 51.9% |
| Age | 16 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £99 | £128.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £129.
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
- +More affordable (£99 vs £128.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£128.95 vs £99)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Glen?
Glen Ord 20 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
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