Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company vs 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
The Character of Islay Whisky Company
★ 4.22
£5
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Carn Mor
£5
| Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company | 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Character of Islay Whisky Company | Carn Mor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £5.33 | £4.51 |
| Rating | 4.22/5 | — |
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company is rated higher (4.22 vs 0.00).
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £5 vs £5.
For beginners: 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.33 vs £4.51)
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£4.51 vs £5.33)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Aerolite?
Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company 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 2?
2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old - The Character of Islay Whisky Company
Only 2 Speysiders by a Stream 6 Year Old 2011 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)