Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release) vs Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bowmore
£7529
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Bladnoch
★ 5.00
£4995
| Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release) | Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Bladnoch |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.7% | 41.2% |
| Age | 40 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £7529.44 | £4995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release)
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is better value at £4995 vs £7529.
For beginners: Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 29 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7529.44 vs £4995)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 40 Year Old (2022 Release) 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 29 Year Old - Bicentennial Release 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.
Tasting notes
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