Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
Loch Lomond
£58
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Malones
★ 5.00
£40
| Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits | Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Malones |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 49.5% | 42% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £57.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is better value at £40 vs £58.
For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£57.95 vs £39.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £57.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Croftengea?
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star 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 Malones?
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange