Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Loch Lomond
£70
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Aberfeldy
★ 5.00
£63
| Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Aberfeldy |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £70.12 | £63.29 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish is better value at £63 vs £70.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£70.12 vs £63.29)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£63.29 vs £70.12)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Only Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Where to buy
Inchfad 17 Year Old 2005 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberfeldy 15 Year Old - Napa Valley Red Wine Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange