Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish vs Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£292
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Bimber
£240
| Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish | Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Bimber |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 49.1% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £291.95 | £239.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Quick verdict
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl is better value at £240 vs £292.
For beginners: Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish
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 (£291.95 vs £239.99)
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£239.99 vs £291.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Darkness!?
Darkness! Ardbeg 23 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish 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 Bimber?
Bimber - Earth (Release No.2) The Four Elements, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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