Glengoyne 18 Year Old vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Glengoyne 18 Year Old | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 47% |
| Age | 18 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £112 | £92.95 |
| Rating | 4.62/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 18 Year Old
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Glengoyne 18 Year Old
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.62).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £112.
For beginners: Glengoyne 18 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£112 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £112)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 18 Year Old 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 Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 18 Year Old
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old