Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49

Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Dewar's
£39
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Dewar's |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £38.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged is better value at £39 vs £49.
For beginners: Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £38.5)
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£38.5 vs £48.5)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dewar's 12 Year Old Double Aged