Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Knockando
£650
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Knockando |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £599 | £650 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old is better value at £599 vs £650.
For beginners: Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£599 vs £650)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £599)
- −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 Knockando?
Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Only Knockando 1968 Extra Old Reserve Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky