Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Ardmore
£43
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Charlie Parry's
★ 5.00
£51
| Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Charlie Parry's |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 59.6% |
| Age | 8 yr | NAS |
| Price | £42.95 | £50.76 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Quick verdict
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £43 vs £51.
For beginners: Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.95 vs £50.76)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£50.76 vs £42.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 8 Year Old 2009 (casks 706322 & 706323) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Charlie?
Charlie Parry’s Cask Strength Straight Bourbon 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.
Tasting notes
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