St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts
St. Magdalene
£1500
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | St. Magdalene | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 50.3% |
| Age | 23 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is better value at £995 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£995 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Who should buy St.?
St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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 St. Magdalene 23 Year Old 1970 - Rare Malts
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve