EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 vs Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

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

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
DistilleryAultmoreThe Character of Islay Whisky Company
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47.8%46%
Age20 yr10 yr
Price£4.61£5.33
Rating4.22/5

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (4.22 vs 0.00).

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 is better value at £5 vs £5.

For beginners: EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£4.61 vs £5.33)
  • +Longer maturation (20 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£5.33 vs £4.61)

Who should buy EXPORT?

EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359 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 Aerolite?

Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only EXPORT SAMPLES: Aultmore 1997 W10359

HoneyVanillaCitricMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

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