Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryGlen OrdMaster of Malt
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBourbon
ABV46%45%
Age5 yr3 yr
Price£48.95£29.95
Rating5.00/5

Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner75/100
Value100/100

Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £49.

For beginners: Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (5 vs 3 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.95 vs £29.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£29.95 vs £48.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Indiana?

Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaFresh FruitHoneyToasted

Only Glen Ord 5 Year Old 2011 (cask 9863) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)

New Wood

Only Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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