Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Inchgower
£77
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £76.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
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 £77.
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 £76.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£76.75 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 Inchgower?
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland 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
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 2006 (cask 17040) - Malts of Scotland
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange