Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Filthy Smoke
★ 4.57
£35
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Filthy Smoke |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 42.8% |
| Age | NAS | 10 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £34.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.57/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.57).
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is better value at £35 vs £49.
For beginners: Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £34.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £48.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Filthy?
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Filthy Smoke 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange