Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bunnahabhain
£1413
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£895
| Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) | Glengoyne 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.2% | 46.8% |
| Age | 40 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1413.32 | £894.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is better value at £895 vs £1413.
For beginners: Glengoyne 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 30 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1413.32 vs £894.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1977 (cask 7602) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 30 Year Old 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
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