Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky vs Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

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

Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland WhiskyGlen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
DistilleryLittlemillGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%42.3%
AgeNAS60 yr
Price£12500£9765.73
Rating4.64/5

Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is rated higher (4.64 vs 0.00).

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is better value at £9766 vs £12500.

For beginners: Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£12500 vs £9765.73)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£9765.73 vs £12500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Littlemill?

Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Sherried

Only Littlemill 45 Year Old The Vanguards Collection No.1 Robert Muir Lowland Whisky

Fresh FruitNuttyToastedCitric

Only Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Old WoodHoneyVanillaDried Fruit

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