Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Lismore |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £52.09 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve is better value at £52 vs £68.
For beginners: Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £52.09)
Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£52.09 vs £68.12)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
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 Lismore?
Lismore 18 Year Old Special Reserve 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.
Tasting notes
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