Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryArdbegGlen Albyn
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.1%50%
Age24 yr32 yr
Price£724.95£695
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £695 vs £725.

For beginners: Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£724.95 vs £695)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£695 vs £724.95)
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 24 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

Only Glen Albyn 32 Year Old 1970 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitNuttyTobacco

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