Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) vs Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)
Pittyvaich
£499
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£400
| Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) | Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pittyvaich | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 44.8% |
| Age | 20 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%
Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% is better value at £400 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8%
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399.95 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 20 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2009) 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 Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 30 Year Old 44.8% suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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