Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne
£6
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 4.60
£6
| Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Kyrö Distillery Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Finland |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 50% | 47.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £6.05 | £6 |
| Rating | — | 4.60/5 |
Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Quick verdict
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is rated higher (4.60 vs 0.00).
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) is better value at £6 vs £6.
For beginners: Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.05 vs £6)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.6)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.6/5)
- +More affordable (£6 vs £6.05)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 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 Kyrö?
Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Kyrö Wood Smoke Malt Rye Whisky (50cl)