Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask
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
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask
Redbreast
£350
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Redbreast |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Grain | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 42.5% | 60.2% |
| Age | 52 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £379.13 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask is better value at £350 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.13 vs £350)
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£350 vs £379.13)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −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 Redbreast?
Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask 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 Redbreast 18 Year Old 2003 (cask 30837) - Oloroso Cask