Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne
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
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne
Philippe Alexander
£35
| Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Philippe Alexander |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 58.9% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £34.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne
Quick verdict
Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne is better value at £35 vs £45.
For beginners: Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne is more approachable (85/100 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
- −More expensive (£44.95 vs £34.75)
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.75 vs £44.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Philippe?
Philippe Alexander Cuvee Alex Brut NV Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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