Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Miltonduff
£550
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Miltonduff |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 53.1% |
| Age | 24 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £549.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £550 vs £725.
For beginners: Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
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 £549.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£549.9 vs £724.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 24 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Miltonduff?
Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Miltonduff 30 Year Old 1988 (batch 19/044) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)