Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023
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
Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023
Bruichladdich
£399
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 58.1% |
| Age | 52 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £379.13 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023
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 £399.
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 £399)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 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 Octomore?
Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Octomore 11 Year Old 2011 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2023