1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
1512 Spirits
★ 3.75
£7
Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Ardmore
£9
| 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) | Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | 1512 Spirits | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 52.3% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £7.21 | £8.88 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | — |
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is better value at £7 vs £9.
For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.8/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£8.88 vs £7.21)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
Who should buy 1512?
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) 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 Ardmore?
Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Only Ardmore 23 Year Old - Cask 66.26 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)