Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish vs The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Glenglassaugh
★ 5.00
£335
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
The Blended Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£350
| Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish | The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenglassaugh | The Blended Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 44.8% | 52.1% |
| Age | 33 yr | NAS |
| Price | £334.62 | £349.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
Quick verdict
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is better value at £335 vs £350.
For beginners: Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£334.62 vs £349.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£349.95 vs £334.62)
Who should buy Glenglassaugh?
Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish 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 The?
The Lost Distilleries Blend - Batch 9 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
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