Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive vs The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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

Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt ExclusiveThe Epicurean Glasgow Edition
DistilleryGlengoyneThe Epicurean
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV58.4%58.6%
Age15 yrNAS
Price£74.95£47.89
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value67/100

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition is better value at £48 vs £75.

For beginners: Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£74.95 vs £47.89)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£47.89 vs £74.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (58.6%) — may need water

Who should buy Glengoyne?

Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive 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 The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Glengoyne 15 Year Old 2005 (cask 14639) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) - Master of Malt Exclusive

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

SmokeySherriedChocolate

Where to buy

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The Epicurean Glasgow Edition

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