Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Ardbeg
£850
| Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.3% | 48.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £995 | £849.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £850 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)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £849.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£849.95 vs £995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems 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 Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems