Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Loch Lomond
★ 4.50
£67
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Ardgowan |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 56.3% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £48.5 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £67.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Croftengea?
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 335) - The Wild Scotland Collection (Deerstalker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange