1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (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
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Bladnoch
£7
| 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) | Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | 1512 Spirits | Bladnoch |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Rye | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 55.8% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £7.21 | £7.25 |
| Rating | 3.75/5 | — |
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (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 £7.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£7.25 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (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 Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Cask 50.34 (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)