Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glen Moray
£59
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Ardgowan |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £58.99 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
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 £59.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£58.99 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 £58.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 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
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Only Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
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Where to buy
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange