Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice vs Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£87
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tobermory
£105
| Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice | Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 46.7% |
| Age | 15 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £86.95 | £104.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice is better value at £87 vs £105.
For beginners: Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£86.95 vs £104.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£104.95 vs £86.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Glengoyne 15 Year Old 1991 Jim's Choice
Only Tobermory 23 Year Old 1996 (cask 13910) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)