Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
DistilleryInchgowerArdgowan
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV57.1%50%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£49.95£48.5
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner60/100
Value100/100

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £50.

For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £48.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£48.5 vs £49.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) 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 Clydebuilt?

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.

Tasting notes

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)

SherriedSmokeyOilyMedicinalOld Wood

Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

VanillaMalt ExtractHoneyToasted

Where to buy

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)

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