The Epicurean Glasgow Edition vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

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

The Epicurean Glasgow EditionInchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
DistilleryThe EpicureanInchgower
RegionLowlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.6%59.1%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£47.89£46.95
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is better value at £47 vs £48.

For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.89 vs £46.95)

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£46.95 vs £47.89)

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeyToastedChocolate

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

Cooked FruitHoneyVanillaOld Wood

Where to buy

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 811028) - Auld Goonsy's Malt

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