Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore
£1200
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.3% | 50.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is better value at £995 vs £1200.
For beginners: Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £995)
- −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 affordable (£995 vs £1200)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release) 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
Only Bowmore 30 Year Old (2022 Release)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve