Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) vs Green Spot Château Montelena

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

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)Green Spot Château Montelena
DistilleryAdelphiSpot Whiskey
Region
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Pot Still
ABV59.1%46%
Age18 yrNAS
Price£116.47£71.5
Rating5.00/5

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Green Spot Château Montelena

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value70/100

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Green Spot Château Montelena

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Green Spot Château Montelena is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Green Spot Château Montelena is better value at £72 vs £116.

For beginners: Green Spot Château Montelena is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£116.47 vs £71.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Green Spot Château Montelena

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£71.5 vs £116.47)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Burnside?

Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi) 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 Green?

Green Spot Château Montelena suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Pot Still character.

Tasting notes

Only Burnside 18 Year Old 1999 (cask 2141) (Adelphi)

Malt ExtractSmokeyOld WoodVanilla

Only Green Spot Château Montelena

SherriedFresh FruitCooked FruitHoney

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