Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
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
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Loch Lomond
★ 3.00
£45
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.9% | 48.8% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £44.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.00/5 |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice is better value at £45 vs £45.
For beginners: Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Where to buy
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond Coffey Still Single Grain - Distiller's Choice
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange