Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Moray
£53
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
| Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Balblair |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 53.7% |
| Age | 8 yr | 20 yr |
| Price | £52.95 | £60.45 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £53 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£52.95 vs £60.45)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £52.95)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 8 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) 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.
Tasting notes
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