Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky
DistilleryArdbegGlenugie
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.1%40%
Age24 yrNAS
Price£724.95£1000
Rating5.00/5

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner40/100
Value7/100

Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £1000.

For beginners: Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky 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 affordable (£724.95 vs £1000)

Cons

  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1000 vs £724.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Glenugie?

Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

OilyMedicinal

Only Glenugie 1981 / 22 Year Old / Duncan Taylor / Sherry Cask #5156 Highland Whisky

SherriedLeatheryOld WoodDried Fruit

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