Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017) vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017)
Glen Elgin
£250
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
| Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017) | The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | GlenDronach |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 53.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £250 | £210 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £210)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£210 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017) 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.
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Elgin 18 Year Old 1998 (Special Release 2017)
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)