Box 2nd Step Collection 02 vs Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Box 2nd Step Collection 02
Box
£71
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
| Box 2nd Step Collection 02 | Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Box | Ardmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Sweden | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 58.9% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £70.99 | £44.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Box 2nd Step Collection 02
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Box 2nd Step Collection 02
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £71.
For beginners: Box 2nd Step Collection 02 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Box 2nd Step Collection 02
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£70.99 vs £44.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £70.99)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Box?
Box 2nd Step Collection 02 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.
Who should buy Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Box 2nd Step Collection 02
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)