Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 3.75
£49
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £68.12 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.75/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.75).
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) is better value at £49 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £48.95)
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £68.12)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.8 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 Spice?
Spice King Batch Strength 002 (Wemyss Malts) 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)