Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
Glenmorangie
£965
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Ardbeg |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £964.5 | £724.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
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).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £965.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£964.5 vs £724.95)
- −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 affordable (£724.95 vs £964.5)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto 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 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 Glenmorangie 23 Year Old - Dr Bill Lumsden x Azuma Makoto
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)