Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky)
Bunnahabhain
£1036
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 50.3% |
| Age | 40 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £1035.83 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky)
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 £1036.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1035.83 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 £1035.83)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Bunnahabhain 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 6508) - Artist #9 (La Maison du Whisky)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve