Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968 vs Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)
DistilleryBunnahabhainGlen Grant
RegionIslaySpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV41.8%42.3%
Age46 yr60 yr
Price£13000£9765.73
Rating4.64/5

Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is rated higher (4.64 vs 0.00).

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is better value at £9766 vs £13000.

For beginners: Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£13000 vs £9765.73)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
  • +More affordable (£9765.73 vs £13000)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bunnahabhain?

Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968 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 Glen?

Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Bunnahabhain 46 Year Old 1968

SmokeyMedicinalKipperyOily

Only Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee (1952-2012)

SherriedHoneyVanillaDried Fruit

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