Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012 vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012 | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Brackla |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012 is better value at £199 vs £220.
For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £219.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £199)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old 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
Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Glengoyne 17 Year Old - Pre 2012
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange