Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£454
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
| Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52% | 43.8% |
| Age | 31 yr | NAS |
| Price | £454.49 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is better value at £399 vs £454.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£454.49 vs £399)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £454.49)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 31 Year Old 1986 (batch 18/06) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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