Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
★ 5.00
£50
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | The Whisky Cellar |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.12 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Quick verdict
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £50 vs £68.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £49.95)
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £68.12)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) 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.
Who should buy House?
House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar 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 Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Only House Malt 2011 (bottled 2021) (cask 900177) - The Whisky Cellar