Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Four Roses
£800
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Four Roses |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 50.3% | 60.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £995 | £800 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 is better value at £800 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 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 £800)
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016
Pros
- +More affordable (£800 vs £995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.1%) — may need water
- −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 Four?
Four Roses Elliott's Select 2016 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.
Tasting notes
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