Godet Petite Champagne 1970 vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Godet Petite Champagne 1970Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryGodetArdbeg
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%48.1%
AgeNAS24 yr
Price£535£724.95
Rating5.00/5

Godet Petite Champagne 1970

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Godet Petite Champagne 1970

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Godet Petite Champagne 1970 is better value at £535 vs £725.

For beginners: Godet Petite Champagne 1970 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Godet Petite Champagne 1970

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£535 vs £724.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£724.95 vs £535)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Godet?

Godet Petite Champagne 1970 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 Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y 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 Godet Petite Champagne 1970

Old WoodDried FruitVanillaHoney

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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