Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred vs Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred | Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Balblair |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £107.95 | £68.12 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is better value at £68 vs £108.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£107.95 vs £68.12)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Aberlour 16 Year Old Double Charred
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange