Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale

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

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year OldArdbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale
DistillerySamuel Gulliver & CoArdbeg
RegionIslay
CountryEnglandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV47%46%
Age10 yr13 yr
Price£92.95£130
Rating5.00/5

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale

Smoke64/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £130.

For beginners: Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £130)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£130 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Who should buy Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale 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

Both taste of

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Toasted

Only Ardbeg 13 Year Old Anthology - The Harpy’s Tale

SherriedVanillaCitric

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