Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£835
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 50.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £835 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) is better value at £835 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£835 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
- +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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £835)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Where to buy
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange