Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) vs Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Ardbeg
★ 4.82
£499
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£705
| Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) | Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Tamnavulin |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 39 yr |
| Price | £499 | £704.99 |
| Rating | 4.82/5 | 5.00/5 |
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.82).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) is better value at £499 vs £705.
For beginners: Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£499 vs £704.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 5.0)
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (39 vs 16 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£704.99 vs £499)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006) 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 Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg Airigh Nam Beist 16 Year Old 1990 (bottled 2006)
Only Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection