Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Minor Case Straight Rye

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)Minor Case Straight Rye
DistilleryArdmoreLimestone Branch
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltRye
ABV46%45%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£46.19£58.5
Rating5.00/5

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Minor Case Straight Rye

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner65/100
Value85/100

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Minor Case Straight Rye

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Minor Case Straight Rye is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £46 vs £59.

For beginners: Minor Case Straight Rye is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£46.19 vs £58.5)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Minor Case Straight Rye

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£58.5 vs £46.19)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Ardmore?

Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 Minor?

Minor Case Straight Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.

Tasting notes

Only Ardmore 12 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)

SmokeyToastedHay-likeMalt ExtractHoney

Only Minor Case Straight Rye

SherriedNuttyDried Fruit

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