Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson vs Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Bowmore
£499
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask
Glenfiddich
★ 4.69
£399
| Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson | Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenfiddich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.7% | 40% |
| Age | 20 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £499 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 4.69/5 |
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask
Quick verdict
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask is rated higher (4.69 vs 0.00).
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 19 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson 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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask 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
Only Bowmore 20 Year Old - David Simson
Only Glenfiddich 19 Year Old - Age of Discovery Bourbon Cask