Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aberlour
£81
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£57
| Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £81.08 | £56.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is better value at £57 vs £81.
For beginners: Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£81.08 vs £56.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£56.95 vs £81.08)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood 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 Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Where to buy
Aberlour 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 10713) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange