Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Glenmorangie
★ 4.32
£799
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 48.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £799 | £724.95 |
| Rating | 4.32/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.32).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £799.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £799)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenmorangie 25 Year Old - Quarter Century
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)