Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Bunnahabhain
£750
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 50.3% |
| Age | 31 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £750 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is better value at £750 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£750 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £750)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 31 Year Old 1987 (cask 2463) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve