Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cameron Bridge
★ 5.00
£323
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£379
| Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cameron Bridge | Invergordon |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Grain |
| ABV | 53.1% | 42.5% |
| Age | 43 yr | 52 yr |
| Price | £323.48 | £379.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £323 vs £379.
For beginners: Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£323.48 vs £379.13)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 43 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.13 vs £323.48)
Who should buy Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 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 Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Cameronbridge 43 Year Old 1978 (cask 15232) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange