Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram vs Hakushu 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Glengoyne
£999
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Hakushu
★ 4.38
£621
| Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram | Hakushu 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Hakushu |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.4% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £999 | £620.5 |
| Rating | — | 4.38/5 |
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Hakushu 18 Year Old is rated higher (4.38 vs 0.00).
Hakushu 18 Year Old is better value at £621 vs £999.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 18 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£999 vs £620.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.4)
Hakushu 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.4/5)
- +More affordable (£620.5 vs £999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram 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.
Who should buy Hakushu?
Hakushu 18 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 21 Year Old 1990 (cask 1516) - Auld Enemy Dram
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