Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Keith
£350
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£379
| Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Invergordon |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46.1% | 42.5% |
| Age | 37 yr | 52 yr |
| Price | £349.95 | £379.13 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £350 vs £379.
For beginners: Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£349.95 vs £379.13)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 37 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.13 vs £349.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Glenisla?
Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenisla 37 Year Old 1977 (cask 19602) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)