Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)
Glen Elgin
★ 5.00
£49
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Glen Elgin |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48.1% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £49.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £48.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.95 vs £48.5)
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 Glen?
Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%) 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
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Glen Elgin 9 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) (48.1%)