Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Bowmore
£550
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £550 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £550.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£550 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £550)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan) 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition 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 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Bowmore 25 Year Old 1997 (bottled 2022) - Sherry Wood Matured (Wilson & Morgan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange