Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
Thomas H Handy
£1250

Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thomas H Handy | Glengoyne |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 50.3% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £1250 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
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 £1250.
For beginners: Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1250 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 £1250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Thomas?
Thomas H Handy Sazerac 2011 / Bot.2017 Kentucky Straight Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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
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