Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) vs Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Murray McDavid
£56
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
| Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) | Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Murray McDavid | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 58.9% |
| Age | 7 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £55.84 | £44.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
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 0.00).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £56.
For beginners: Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£55.84 vs £44.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £55.84)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Peatside?
Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid) 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 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
Only Peatside 7 Year Old 2011 - The Vatting (Murray McDavid)
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)