Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Ardbeg
£850
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 50.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £849.95 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is better value at £850 vs £995.
For beginners: Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£849.95 vs £995)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £849.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve