A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland) vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland)
The Single Malts of Scotland
£526
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland) | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Single Malts of Scotland | Ardbeg |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.3% | 48.1% |
| Age | 31 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £525.95 | £724.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland) is better value at £526 vs £725.
For beginners: A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Pros
- +More affordable (£525.95 vs £724.95)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 24 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£724.95 vs £525.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy A?
A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland) 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 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only A Speyside Distillery 31 Year Old - Marriage (The Single Malts of Scotland)
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)