Aberlour 18 Year Old vs Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Aberlour 18 Year Old | Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Bladnoch |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46.7% |
| Age | 18 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £140.75 | £120 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 18 Year Old
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Aberlour 18 Year Old
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
Quick verdict
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela is better value at £120 vs £141.
For beginners: Aberlour 18 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 15 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£140.75 vs £120)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela
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 18 Year Old 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Aberlour 18 Year Old
Only Bladnoch 15 Year Old - Adela