Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Inchmoan 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £42 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.08/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.08).
Inchmoan 12 Year Old is better value at £42 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 £42)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42 vs £48.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.1 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 Inchmoan?
Inchmoan 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Where to buy
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchmoan 12 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange