Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
DistilleryInvergordonOvereem
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAustralia
TypeGrainSingle Malt
ABV42.5%60%
Age52 yrNAS
Price£379.13£259.1
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value13/100

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value19/100

Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is better value at £259 vs £379.

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

Cons

  • More expensive (£379.13 vs £259.1)

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£259.1 vs £379.13)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60%) — may need water

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 Overeem?

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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

Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)

Old WoodVanillaOilyNuttyMalt Extract

Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitLeatheryTobacco

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