The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 vs Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Blair Athol
£110
| The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Lakes Distillery | Blair Athol |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 52% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £84.95 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 2007 / 16 Year Old / The Seasons: Winter / The Whisky Exchange Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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