Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory
Littlemill
£700
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Littlemill | Ardbeg |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.4% | 48.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £699.95 | £724.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory
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 0.00).
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory is better value at £700 vs £725.
For beginners: Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£699.95 vs £724.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£724.95 vs £699.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Littlemill?
Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory 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 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 Littlemill 25 Year Old 1977 (cask 1152) - Signatory
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)