Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky
Lochside
£1500
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Lochside |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50.3% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £995 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is better value at £995 vs £1500.
For beginners: Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£995 vs £1500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Lochside?
Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Only Lochside 1966 / 35 Year Old / Old Malt Cask Highland Whisky