Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2) vs Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

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

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2)Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryGlenfiddichInvergordon
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltGrain
ABV43%42.5%
Age21 yr52 yr
Price£499£379.13
Rating4.00/55.00/5

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value8/100

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £379 vs £499.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£499 vs £379.13)
  • Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£379.13 vs £499)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Invergordon?

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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

VanillaOld Wood

Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Experimental Series Winter Storm (Batch 2)

HoneyCooked Fruit

Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

OilyNuttyMalt Extract

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