Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask

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

Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask
DistilleryArdbegGlenmorangie
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.1%58.2%
Age24 yr12 yr
Price£724.95£899
Rating5.00/5

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

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

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask

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 £899.

For beginners: Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 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 £899)

Cons

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

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask

Pros

  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£899 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 Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Tasting notes

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

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old 1993 (cask 1947) - Post Oak Cask

VanillaNew WoodToastedFresh FruitMalt Extract

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