Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£55
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 57.3% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £54.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £55.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £54.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 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 Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray 13 Year Old 2005 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange