Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Auchentoshan
★ 4.67
£3000
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt
John Crabbie & Co.
★ 5.00
£4999
| Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | John Crabbie & Co. |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.9% | 46.5% |
| Age | 44 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £2999.95 | £4999 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Quick verdict
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is better value at £3000 vs £4999.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£2999.95 vs £4999)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 44 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£4999 vs £2999.95)
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Crabbie?
Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Crabbie 50 Year Old Islay Single Malt