Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Bowmore
£799
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.3% | 50.3% |
| Age | 34 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £798.95 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
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 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is better value at £799 vs £995.
For beginners: Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£798.95 vs £995)
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £798.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited) 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 34 Year Old 1989 (cask 1972) (Limited)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve