The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) vs Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£132
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Kininvie
★ 5.00
£120
| The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Kininvie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55% | 42.6% |
| Age | 18 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £132.36 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Quick verdict
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is better value at £120 vs £132.
For beginners: Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£132.36 vs £120)
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £132.36)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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 Kininvie?
Kininvie 17 Year Old 1996 (Batch 1) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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