Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Glen Moray
£59
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Glen Moray |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £58.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £59.
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)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £58.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£58.99 vs £48.5)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray 9 Year Old 2011 (cask 2358) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange