Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
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
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Pulteney
★ 4.50
£599
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Old Pulteney 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Pulteney |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 44% |
| Age | 52 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £379.13 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.50/5 |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £379 vs £599.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £379.13)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 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 Old?
Old Pulteney 30 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Old Pulteney 30 Year Old