Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) vs Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
★ 5.00
£49
| Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardgowan | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 48.5% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £48.5 | £48.6 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £49.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £48.6)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.6 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 Secret?
Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Only Secret Speyside 11 Year Old 2011 (Thompson Bros.)