Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020 vs Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series
DistilleryVina Von SiebenthalBlack Bottle
RegionOther Scotch
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeBlended
ABV40%46.3%
AgeNASNAS
Price£22.75£25.9
Rating4.92/5

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020

Smoke0/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series is rated higher (4.92 vs 0.00).

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020 is better value at £23 vs £26.

For beginners: Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£22.75 vs £25.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£25.9 vs £22.75)

Who should buy Vina?

Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Black?

Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Nutty

Only Vina Von Siebenthal Carmenere 2020

TobaccoDried Fruit

Only Black Bottle Double Cask - Alchemy Series

SherriedCooked FruitToastedChocolate

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