Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 vs Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Glen Garioch
★ 4.50
£1967
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey
Midleton
£2500
| Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 | Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Garioch | Midleton |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | Irish |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 46 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1966.95 | £2500 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | — |
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey
Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey
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 £2500.
For beginners: Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 £2500)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£2500 vs £1966.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.5)
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.
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Garioch 46 Year Old 1958
Only Midleton Very Rare / Bot.1984 / First Release Blended Irish Whiskey