Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Bowmore
£265
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
| Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) | Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenglassaugh |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 44.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £264.95 | £334.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) is better value at £265 vs £335.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£264.95 vs £334.62)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£334.62 vs £264.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company) 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 Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish 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 Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Only Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Where to buy
Bowmore 18 Year Old 2002 (Release No.11723) - The Stories of Wind & Wave (The Character of Islay Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange