WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World vs Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
WhistlePig
★ 5.00
£124
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£144
| WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World | Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | WhistlePig | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 43% |
| Age | 12 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £124 | £143.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Quick verdict
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is better value at £124 vs £144.
For beginners: WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£124 vs £143.55)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£143.55 vs £124)
Who should buy WhistlePig?
WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only WhistlePig 12 Year Old - Old World
Only Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1986 - Portwood Finish