Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryGlendullanInchgower
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.9%50%
Age20 yr16 yr
Price£150.95£99
Rating5.00/5

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value51/100

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £151.

For beginners: Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 16 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150.95 vs £99)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99 vs £150.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glendullan?

Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Glendullan 20 Year Old 2004 (cask 308795) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)

VanillaFresh FruitMalt ExtractOld Wood

Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedDried FruitToastedKipperyLeathery

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