Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l vs Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l
Grant's
★ 2.80
£40
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
| Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l | Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Grant's | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 58.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 2.80/5 | 5.00/5 |
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.80).
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l is better value at £40 vs £45.
For beginners: Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £44.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (2.8 vs 5.0)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £39.95)
Who should buy Grant's?
Grant's Blended Scotch Whisky 1.5l is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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
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