Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) vs Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
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
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Glenugie
★ 5.00
£899
| Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing) | Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenugie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.4% | 52.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £835 | £899 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Quick verdict
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras 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 £899.
For beginners: Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras is more approachable (60/100 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 £899)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£899 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 Glenugie?
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Bowmore 30 Year Old 1989 - Xtra Old Particular The Black Series (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenugie 30 Year Old 1980 - Deoch an Doras
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange