Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£379
Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Miyagikyo
£599
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 48% |
| Age | 52 yr | NAS |
| Price | £379.13 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £379 vs £599.
For beginners: Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£379.13 vs £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £379.13)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Invergordon?
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo Manzanilla Wood Finish (bottled 2018) 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
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