Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl
DistilleryArdmoreThe Lakes Distillery
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV58.9%40%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£44.95£32.99
Rating5.00/5

Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness51/100
Beginner40/100
Value100/100

The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl

Smoke0/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner80/100
Value0/100

Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl is better value at £33 vs £45.

For beginners: The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl is more approachable (80/100 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 £32.99)

The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£32.99 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 The?

The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Ardlair 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)

HoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only The Lakes Classic Gin, 70cl

CitricFragant

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