Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Ardmore
★ 5.00
£45
Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Kyrö Distillery Company
★ 2.00
£67
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Kyrö Distillery Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Finland |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 58.9% | 47.3% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.00/5 |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.00).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £45 vs £67.
For beginners: Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £66.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £44.95)
- −Lower community rating (2.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardlair?
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Kyrö?
Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Kyrö Single Cask Smoked Rye Finished in PX Cask (Master of Malt Exclusive)