Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky vs Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland WhiskyGlen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
DistilleryClynelishGlen Garioch
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%43%
AgeNAS46 yr
Price£2750£1966.95
Rating4.50/5

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is rated higher (4.50 vs 0.00).

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is better value at £1967 vs £2750.

For beginners: Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£2750 vs £1966.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.5/5)
  • +More affordable (£1966.95 vs £2750)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 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

Leathery

Only Clynelish 1972 / 24 Year Old / Rare Malts Highland Whisky

OilyKippery

Only Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958

Old WoodNuttyDried FruitTobacco

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