Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Aberlour
£99
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £99.39 | £87.07 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £99.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.39 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £99.39)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - 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 Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail 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 Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
Aberlour 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 10436) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange