Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky vs Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay WhiskyGlen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
DistilleryBowmoreGlen Grant
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%42.3%
AgeNAS60 yr
Price£15000£9765.73
Rating4.64/5

Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is rated higher (4.64 vs 0.00).

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is better value at £9766 vs £15000.

For beginners: Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£15000 vs £9765.73)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£9765.73 vs £15000)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Dried Fruit

Only Bowmore 1956 / Vintage Label / Bot.1980s Islay Whisky

SmokeyOilyLeatheryMedicinal

Only Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Old WoodSherriedHoneyVanilla

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