Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) vs Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s
DistilleryThompson Bros.Loch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV50.9%46%
Age24 yr15 yr
Price£165£99.95
Rating5.00/5

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value50/100

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is better value at £100 vs £165.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 15 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (50.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£165 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £165)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Westport?

Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.) 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Westport 24 Year Old 1996 (Thompson Bros.)

Old WoodDried FruitTobacco

Only Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

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