The Balvenie 40 Year Old vs AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Balvenie 40 Year Old | AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | AE Dor |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 42.2% | 40% |
| Age | 40 yr | NAS |
| Price | £7225 | £6500 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Quick verdict
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac is better value at £6500 vs £7225.
For beginners: The Balvenie 40 Year Old is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Balvenie 40 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£7225 vs £6500)
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£6500 vs £7225)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy The?
The Balvenie 40 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy AE?
AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only AE Dor No.2 1889 Cognac