The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)
Glendullan
★ 4.00
£750
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glendullan | Glengoyne |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.8% | 50.3% |
| Age | 38 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £750 | £995 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £750 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +More affordable (£750 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (38 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +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)
Who should buy The?
The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014) 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 The Singleton of Glendullan 38 Year Old 1976 (Special Release 2014)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve