Ardbeg 21 Year Old vs Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£599
Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection
Bushmills
£650
| Ardbeg 21 Year Old | Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Bushmills |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £599 | £650 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection
Ardbeg 21 Year Old
Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection
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: 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 affordable (£599 vs £650)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£650 vs £599)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection 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 Bushmills 30 Year Old 1991 (cask 100068) Madeira Cask - The Causeway Collection