Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) vs J.J. Corry The Sonas
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Ardmore
£84
J.J. Corry The Sonas
J.J. Corry
★ 5.00
£63
| Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) | J.J. Corry The Sonas | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | J.J. Corry |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.8% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.95 | £62.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Quick verdict
J.J. Corry The Sonas is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
J.J. Corry The Sonas is better value at £63 vs £84.
For beginners: J.J. Corry The Sonas is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.95 vs £62.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
J.J. Corry The Sonas
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits) 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.
Who should buy J.J.?
J.J. Corry The Sonas 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
Only Ardmore 9 Year Old 2013 - Cask Noir (Brave New Spirits)
Only J.J. Corry The Sonas