The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 vs Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
The Gauldrons
★ 5.00
£60
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
The Glenlivet
£53
| The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 | Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Gauldrons | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Campbeltown | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 19 yr |
| Price | £59.5 | £53.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Quick verdict
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £60.
For beginners: Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£59.5 vs £53.16)
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£53.16 vs £59.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy The?
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1996 (cask 79229) - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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