Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) vs Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)

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

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)
DistilleryPenderynArdmore
RegionHighland
CountryWalesScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.1%
AgeNAS14 yr
Price£54.9£50.5
Rating5.00/5

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner65/100
Value91/100

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory) is better value at £51 vs £55.

For beginners: Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£54.9 vs £50.5)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£50.5 vs £54.9)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Penderyn?

Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory) 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

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Penderyn Hiraeth (Icons of Wales)

VanillaHoneyMalt Extract

Only Ardmore 14 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #62 (Signatory)

SherriedSmokeyDried FruitChocolate

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