Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Ord
£97
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
The Gauldrons
★ 5.00
£60
| Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | The Gauldrons |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 50% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £97.26 | £59.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Quick verdict
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is better value at £60 vs £97.
For beginners: Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£97.26 vs £59.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£59.5 vs £97.26)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
Only Glen Ord 25 Year Old 1990 (cask 10872) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2