Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) vs Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cardhu
★ 5.00
£84
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£70
| Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cardhu | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 48.1% |
| Age | 11 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £83.9 | £70.12 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Quick verdict
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) is better value at £70 vs £84.
For beginners: Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.9 vs £70.12)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£70.12 vs £83.9)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Cardhu?
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 Inchfad?
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Only Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Where to buy
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange