Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Auchentoshan
£100
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Auchentoshan |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.9% |
| Age | 17 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is better value at £68 vs £100.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £68.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Only Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Where to buy
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 4200) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange