Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition vs Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Lagavulin
£499
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
| Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition | Ardbeg 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Ardbeg |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £499 | £599 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is better value at £499 vs £599.
For beginners: Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£499 vs £599)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £499)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
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Where to buy
Lagavulin 1993 (bottled 2009) Pedro Ximénez Cask Finish - Distillers Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange