Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
The Glenlivet
£152
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
| Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 47% |
| Age | 33 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £151.85 | £92.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £152.
For beginners: Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£151.85 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £151.85)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1977 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old