J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt vs Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
J.G Thomson & Co.
★ 5.00
£40
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Bladnoch
★ 4.00
£45
| J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt | Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | J.G Thomson & Co. | Bladnoch |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 52.9% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £39.9 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Quick verdict
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is better value at £40 vs £45.
For beginners: J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.9 vs £44.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £39.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy J.G.?
J.G. Thomson Rich Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old 1990 (cask 5767) 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
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