Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
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
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
The Macallan
£600
| Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Invergordon | The Macallan |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 45.5% |
| Age | 52 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £379.13 | £600 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
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 £600.
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 £600)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£600 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 The?
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
Where to buy
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange