Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs The Norfolk - Farmers
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
The Norfolk - Farmers
The English Distillery
★ 4.60
£49
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | The Norfolk - Farmers | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | The English Distillery |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 53.7% | 45% |
| Age | 20 yr | NAS |
| Price | £60.45 | £48.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
The Norfolk - Farmers
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
The Norfolk - Farmers
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
The Norfolk - Farmers is better value at £49 vs £60.
For beginners: Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £48.9)
The Norfolk - Farmers
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£48.9 vs £60.45)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy The?
The Norfolk - Farmers suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
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