Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) vs Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£60
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Loch Lomond
£49
| Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) | Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £60.45 | £48.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Quick verdict
Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£60.45 vs £48.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £60.45)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Inchfad?
Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 20 Year Old 1990 (Bladnoch)
Only Inchfad 13 Year Old 2005 - Hepburn's Choice (Langside)