Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

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

Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Four Roses
★ 4.25
£45
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Four Roses |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Grain | Bourbon |
| ABV | 50% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £48.5 | £44.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.25/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.25).
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof is better value at £45 vs £49.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £44.9)
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Pros
- +More affordable (£44.9 vs £48.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 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 Four?
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Four Roses Single Barrel 100 Proof
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange