Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017 vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017
Four Roses
£495
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
| Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017 | Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Four Roses | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 44.8% |
| Age | NAS | 33 yr |
| Price | £495 | £334.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is better value at £335 vs £495.
For beginners: Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£495 vs £334.62)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£334.62 vs £495)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition / Bot.2017 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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