Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£99
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Murray McDavid
£154
| Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Murray McDavid |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 44.9% |
| Age | 16 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £99 | £153.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Quick verdict
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £99 vs £154.
For beginners: Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99 vs £153.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 16 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£153.95 vs £99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Àlainn?
Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Àlainn 27 Year Old 1989 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) (2018 Release)