Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela vs The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£120
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£132
| Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela | The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Glen Ord |
| Region | Lowland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.7% | 55% |
| Age | 15 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £120 | £132.36 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is better value at £120 vs £132.
For beginners: Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£120 vs £132.36)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£132.36 vs £120)
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy The?
The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019) 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
Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Only The Singleton of Glen Ord 18 Year Old (Special Release 2019)