Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Glen Moray
£476
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.8% |
| Age | 21 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £599 | £475.97 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £476 vs £599.
For beginners: Ardbeg 21 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
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 (£599 vs £475.97)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +More affordable (£475.97 vs £599)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks) 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 Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange