Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
Glengoyne
£395
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 46% |
| Age | 31 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £395 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask is better value at £395 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£395 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £395)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
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Where to buy
Glengoyne 31 Year Old 1972 (cask 2970) - Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange