Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Bowmore
£799
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Bowmore |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 44.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 34 yr |
| Price | £995 | £798.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is better value at £799 vs £995.
For beginners: Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £798.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£798.95 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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 Bowmore?
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Only Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)