Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Reference Series III.3
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

Reference Series III.3
Reference Series
★ 5.00
£271
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Reference Series III.3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | Reference Series |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 47.3% |
| Age | 52 yr | NAS |
| Price | £379.13 | £270.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Reference Series III.3
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Reference Series III.3
Quick verdict
Reference Series III.3 is better value at £271 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.13 vs £270.95)
Reference Series III.3
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£270.95 vs £379.13)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Reference?
Reference Series III.3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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